The American Hospital Association (AHA) and Better Medicare Alliance (BMA) both support the agency’s effort to improve Medicare Advantage (MA). In an attempt to reform MA, CMS released a proposed rule that aims to streamline prior authorization, promote health equity, and curb deceptive marketing. The Biden administration has shown a commitment to increasing oversight of […]
2021 may not have started as the fresh page everyone was hoping for, but a new administration could be making some well-worn strategies more relevant. In a new Healthcare Strategies podcast, the editors of Xtelligent Healthcare Media shared their predictions and priorities for 2021. In the revenue cycle and healthcare finance space, some of those […]
In the dynamic realm of medical billing, the persistence of denied claims poses a significant challenge for providers. Research indicates that an alarming portion of claims – exceeding 10% – face initial denial by insurance companies. This leads to revenue loss, wasted administrative efforts, and frustration for both providers and patients. A robust denial management […]