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Are Provider Enrollment and Credentialing the Same?

MedTrainer

In this blog, we’ll discuss the two processes and key differences between provider enrollment and credentialing. Provider enrollment is when a healthcare provider is registered with insurance networks or government payers , like Medicaid or Medicare. We’ll also review why both processes are vital for healthcare organizations.

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Aetna Provider Enrollment: What To Expect

MedTrainer

This blog will highlight how credentialers can navigate Aetna provider enrollment. As a healthcare organization, you understand the importance of working with insurance payers to ensure smooth and timely reimbursement. The challenge is meeting each payer’s unique provider credentialing and enrollment process requirements.

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The Importance of Primary Source Verification for Practitioner Credentials

Verisys

An Office of Inspector General (OIG) search of the List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE) indicates if the licensee is excluded from participating in government-funded programs. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare and state Medicaid lists show practitioners who have opted out of those programs.

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7 Red Flags to Watch for During Healthcare Credentialing

Verisys

Here are seven red flags to look out for and the reasons why: Incomplete or inconsistent application: Missing or conflicting data regarding education, training, work history, licensure, or malpractice history might indicate false information or attempts to conceal relevant details.

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How To Prepare for an OIG Inspection

MedTrainer

Earlier this year, an in-depth OIG investigation resulted in a six-day trial of a former Louisiana health clinic CEO , who was ultimately convicted of Medicaid fraud and sentenced to 82 months in federal prison. Medicare/Medicaid Compliance Reviews. The OIG performs regular compliance reviews of Medicare and Medicaid providers.

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Primary Source Verification: One of the Hidden Secrets to Ensuring Excellence in Any Healthcare Organization

Verisys

Mitigating liability and legal risks Malpractice claims and legal disputes can financially and emotionally drain healthcare providers and organizations. Medical staff service teams typically check at least half a dozen primary sources to properly verify a healthcare provider’s credentials.

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Quick Guide to the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB)

Provider Trust

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and contains medical malpractice payments and adverse action reports on healthcare professionals. Below are the significant laws and regulations that govern NPDB operations: NPDB Regulations. For more information, view the webinar on demand. Healthcare Legislation & Regulations.