Certainly, let’s discuss technology, specifically focusing on billing software in the context of a billing company. Technological advances have indeed revolutionized the way billing and financial operations are managed. However, like any tool, billing software has its advantages and disadvantages, and its effectiveness depends on various factors, including the company’s understanding and utilization of the…
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Why Should I Consider Outsourcing My Medical Billing & Coding?
Time is money! Most practices lack resources and time necessary to ensure maximum reimbursement. You and your medical staff need to focus on treating patients and let MEREM Healthcare Solutions handle the rest. Outsourcing your coding, medical billing, collections, consulting, and credentialing, will allow your staff extra time to take care of patients more effectively…
Consequences of Coding Errors
One of the largest causes of medical coding errors is due to inadequate medical documentation. Because of ICD-10, sets of more specific codes have been implemented and the CMS modify codes on a quarterly and annual basis. Incorrect coding, or miscoding, is likely for any medical practice that does not implement ongoing CPT code training for their medical coders. It…
NEW E/M Coding Changes Coming 2019
Heads Up for Healthcare – NEW E/M Coding Changes Coming 2019 We all know that change is the only constant in the Medical Coding world. This recent CMS release of coding initiatives in 2019 proposes a pretty significant change for Evaluation and Management (E/M) coding that can impact doctor visits for both the patients and…
Auditing With NO Fear, NO Frustration and NO Faults
When you think about an audit like an interrogation, it can invoke anxiety. If you change your perspective to look at audits as an improvement tool, it can be something practice owners and managers can look forward to. Occasional Billing and Coding Audits are valuable tools to help improve your revenue cycle and maintain compliance…
What if your billing team went away tomorrow?
What if your medical billing team went away tomorrow? It’s happened to more than one practice. Like many specialty medical practices, you probably have an in-house team that handles your revenue cycle management; From billing to coding, to auditing, collections, payment posting, claims re-submissions and dealing with payors. For some practices, this in-house arrangement works…
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