Getting Permission: New Service Added to OPPS Preauthorization Regime
In the iconic film Apocalypse Now, we’re told how Col. Walter E. Kurtz had undertaken a major military action without getting prior approval from…
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Under Attack: Hospitals Face New Cybersecurity Threats
In 1544, the French stronghold of Boulogne was besieged by 36,000 English troops under the orders of King Henry VIII. The town was considered…
Partnering with an Experienced Revenue Cycle Management Leader for Higher ROI
The Shift Toward RCM Partnerships in the Healthcare Industry In today’s rapidly changing healthcare landscape, revenue cycle management (RCM) plays a pivotal role in…
The Consequences of Failure: Hospital Fined for Patient Death
We’ve all heard that classic movie line: “Failure is not an option.” And don’t forget those admonitions from mom or dad reminding you that…
Safety First: Joint Commission Publishes Patient Safety Goals
There is something to be said for the hard hat, that orange life jacket and a rope-secured harness. They have saved the lives of…
Essential Behavioral Health Billing Guidelines
Behavioral health billing can be a complex and time-consuming task for healthcare organizations. However, it is essential for your organization’s financial health and sustainability.…
What to Know About Orthopedic Medical Billing
Orthopedics is a branch of medicine concerned with musculoskeletal conditions like bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons. Billing for orthopedic services involves complicated processes, rules,…
Why Outsource Your Orthopedic Medical Billing Services?
For orthopedic facilities, a solid revenue cycle management process is crucial to financial success. With complex clinical needs and medical billing, you need a…
What Modifiers Are Used for Behavioral Health Billing?
Modifiers are used in healthcare billing to indicate a procedure or type of service provided in addition to an evaluation and management service or…
Anesthesia Medical Billing; 5 Tips to Improve Profits
Efficient anesthesia medical billing ensures your facility remains financially independent while supporting the high cost of providing patient care. But ensuring you get paid…
Electronic Billing for Behavioral Health; How to Leverage Technology
Technology provides an advantage for behavioral health organizations to streamline processes, engage in best practices, and improve patient outcomes. Developing efficient processes optimizes an…
Hospital Medical Billing–The Most Important Things to Remember
The hospital medical billing process is challenging and time-consuming. It involves several components and processes; understanding them is necessary to ensure a smooth revenue…
