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Regular charge reconciliation is a cornerstone of complete, compliant reimbursement but is a common weak point for hospitals. Apply these tips to support clinical staff responsible for charge reconciliation and improve charge capture.
The Office of Management and Budget recently approved new versions of the Important Message from Medicare, Detailed Notice of Discharge, and Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice.
Coding audits are often a source of irritation in small and large practices alike. This article covers common misconceptions about the auditing process and offers tips from experts on how to correct them.
An increasing number of rural communities are turning to paramedicine programs to check on patients and catch their health problems before they require a trip to the emergency department.