Denial management in rcm: In the intricate realm of healthcare revenue cycle management (RCM), the substantial challenge revolves around handling denied claims. Scarcity of resources, understaffing, and restricted capacity frequently lead to difficulties in resolving denied claims, where an alarming 82% to 90% are considered potentially preventable. RCM teams can optimize time and revenue recovery […]
Roughly 65% of rejected claims aren’t reprocessed for resubmission (Zindl, 2021). As one of the healthcare industry’s numerous challenges, the upward trend of denied claims persists, with many left unaddressed. This has repercussions for both providers and patients alike. When denied claims remain unsubmitted, providers face substantial losses. Beyond revenue, these rejections strain staffing resources. […]
Help your medical coders facing difficulties in maintaining coding accuracy by implementing a focused strategy. Medical coders hold a crucial position in healthcare, translating intricate medical data into standardized codes essential for billing, research, and patient treatment. The importance of accurate and high-quality medical coding cannot be overstated, as errors may result in financial setbacks […]
The United States grapples with a healthcare affordability crisis, anticipating a 6.5 percent surge in costs due to inflation next year. Amidst concerns over escalating medical expenses, the deeper roots of these inflated prices often evade attention. Deficient government policies, notably Medicare reimbursement policies, contribute to consolidating the healthcare sector, ultimately driving up costs that […]
Anticipate further transformations ahead, with 2024 poised to introduce substantial shifts within the healthcare sector. This period of change will be marked by the rapid proliferation of artificial intelligence, intricately woven into the entirety of the healthcare framework, presenting opportunities to enhance healthcare delivery and elevate patient outcomes. Consider this scenario: Picture yourself as a […]
Healthcare organizations consistently grapple with the complexity of overseeing their revenue cycles—a comprehensive process spanning patient registration, appointment scheduling, and concluding with balance payments. Yet, a pivotal hurdle disrupting this cycle’s seamless operation is the prevalent occurrence of claim denials. Vital for any healthcare institution’s financial well-being is the imperative to diminish these denials and […]
Code G2211: The Medicare Physician Fee Schedule for 2024 was revealed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on November 2, 2023. This finalized rule outlines modifications slated to begin on January 1, 2024. These changes largely mirror the proposals made in July, with a focus on adjustments pertinent to urology. This article […]
AI represents a promising frontier, especially in healthcare, where leveraging vast information could revolutionize problem-solving. However, a shadow looms over AI, as anticipated by many. In the realm of health insurance and patient care denials, AI has already stirred controversy, leading to a notable class action lawsuit. According to reports from healthcare News, Health Insurance […]
Presently, healthcare professionals face growing administrative demands alongside their patient-focused duties. A pivotal challenge among these is medical coding, essential for various reasons. It ensures adherence to billing standards impacting reimbursements, meets quality metrics established by healthcare entities and insurers, and guarantees precision in diagnoses recorded for billing purposes. Yet, the task of accurate coding […]
Alongside its positive impact on health outcomes, the Medicare Advantage value-based care plans implemented by an insurance provider resulted in a significant $8 billion in cost savings throughout 2022. Reports from the payer revealed that Medicare Advantage beneficiaries under value-based care exhibited improved health conditions, marked by reduced inpatient admissions and emergency room visits. The […]