Maximizing Reimbursement Effectiveness in Medical Coding by Mastering Modifiers

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In today’s healthcare landscape, medical coding serves as the backbone of a practice’s financial health. Accurate coding assures that services provided are appropriately reimbursed, maintaining a steady revenue cycle. However, the intricate nature of coding, especially the application of modifiers, presents significant challenges. Missteps in modifier usage like incorrect application, inconsistency, or misinterpretation can lead […]

Change Healthcare Cyberattack: Is your Medical Billing Company taking these steps?

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The cyberattack on one of the largest health payment processing companies in the world, Change Healthcare, left many private medical practices with serious cashflow problems. While the administration and Change Healthcare have been helping physician practices navigate the complexities involved in sending claims and receiving payments, service disruptions continue to affect the healthcare ecosystem. According […]