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Why Transparency Is No Longer Optional In Medical Billing

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. By Terry Rowinski, president & CEO, Health Payment Systems, Inc. The article Why Transparency Is No Longer Optional In Medical Billing appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com. Illegal copying is prohibited.

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The Problem With Surprise Medical Billing

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. By Terry Rowinski, president & CEO, Health Payment Systems, Inc. We’ve seen it time and time again—a patient receives services from an out-of-network provider at an in-network facility and is surprised with a huge medical […].

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The Impact of MACRA on Cardiology Billing

Medisys Compliance

Introduction The ever-evolving world of healthcare billing can feel complex, and with the introduction of MACRA (Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act) in 2015, cardiology practices have faced some adjustments. MACRA replaced the previously used Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) formula for Medicare physician payments.

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Brief about Wound Care Reimbursements in Various Healthcare Settings

Medisys Compliance

In this article, we shared wound care reimbursements in certain healthcare facilities. Wound Care Reimbursements in Various Healthcare Settings Inpatient Hospital Wound care in an inpatient hospital setting is reimbursed through the Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) payment system.

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Enhancing Payment Integrity in Healthcare through Pre-Payment Reviews

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Tom Magnotta, COO & President at Apixio Albert Einstein famously said , “Whoever is careless with the truth in small matters cannot be trusted with important matters.” It’s estimated that up to 80 percent of medical bills contain errors amounting to billions of dollars that are lost annually to payers.

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What Are The Current Regulatory Changes And Compliance Requirements That ASCs Need To Be Aware Of In Their Billing Practices?

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Isaac Smith, Billing, Coding, and Reimbursement Specialist at Medcare MSO ASCs are types of medical facilities that are subject to stringent regulations. Medicare Payment Resources CMS implemented an Ambulatory Payment Classification-based payment methodology in 2008.

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How Reducing Confusion Can Ease Medical Billing Stress for Employees

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Brian Marsella, President at HPS/Paymedix. Employees get endless bills, statements and notices, but the information rarely adds up. Employees on employer-sponsored plans also now have to deal with multiple invoices from different providers for deductibles and other payments.