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modifier 33
Coding rules for modifier 33 and modifier PT

Modifier 33 and modifier PT impact medical claims processing. Here’s the difference.

Medical practice manager reads about revenue cycle management news
Medical practice manager reads about revenue cycle management news
Vital Signs: A wrap-up of revenue cycle management news for December 2023

This December 2023 RCM wrap-up includes compliance updates, preparations for new codes, and fee schedule changes.

Patients look at medical billing documents enabling a good patient payment experience
Patients look at medical billing documents enabling a good patient payment experience
How to streamline the patient payment experience and medical billing process

Get expert insights into medical billing process efficiencies that will help your independent practice or medical billing company be more profitable.

Independent medical provider reads about outsourced billing services
Independent medical provider reads about outsourced billing services
How to outsource medical billing to master revenue management

Looking to outsource medical billing? Read our complete guide to outsourced billing services to determine if it’s right for your practice.

Person reviewing insurance appeal letter
Person reviewing insurance appeal letter
Sample letter for appealing a health insurance claim denial

The often labor-intensive process of reworking a denied claim and compiling additional documentation can deter practices from submitting an appeal.

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what is revenue cycle in healthcare
what is revenue cycle in healthcare
RCM: The ultimate guide to healthcare revenue cycle management

Learn about RCM, including what it is, what it involves, and how to improve it for practice success.

Stethoscope and medical billing documents depict RCM
Stethoscope and medical billing documents depict RCM
The new RCM: Going beyond billing and revenue cycle collections

Revenue cycle management (RCM) is far more than the mechanics of billing and collections. Here are opportunities to improve your practice’s revenue.

Medical billing company manager reads about marketing your billing company to mental health practices
Medical billing company manager reads about marketing your billing company to mental health practices
6 tips for marketing your billing company to mental health practices

Due to increased demand, many mental health practices may be open to having a billing company assist them. Here are tips to market to them.

Medical practice manager makes financial plans with calculator after reading revenue cycle management news
Medical practice manager makes financial plans with calculator after reading revenue cycle management news
Physician explains the Value in Health Care Act of 2023 to a patient
Physician explains the Value in Health Care Act of 2023 to a patient
Value in Health Care Act of 2023: What providers need to know

The Value in Health Care Act of 2023 enables providers to both optimize medical costs for patients and improve patient outcomes through financial incentives.

Physician reading about why documentation is important for medical coding
Physician reading about why documentation is important for medical coding
Leveraging medical record documentation for medical coding accuracy and revenue integrity

Improving the accuracy and completeness of healthcare documentation is vital. Here are tips on exactly how to improve your documentation.

Medical billing company employees work on calculations while learning about revenue cycle management news
Medical billing company employees work on calculations while learning about revenue cycle management news
Medical billing manager learns about m codes icd 10 for 2023 and 2024
Medical billing manager learns about m codes icd 10 for 2023 and 2024
Understanding E&M codes and getting the latest updates

With the year winding down, now is a good time for healthcare practices and billing companies (on behalf of their clients) to ensure compliance with billing code changes that took effect October 1, 2023, and prepare for changes that become effective January 1, 2024. Discover what’s new for evaluation and management (E/M) codes and ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes that could affect your medical practice.

medical billing employee retention strategies
medical billing employee retention strategies
Employee retention strategies for medical billing companies

Facing high employee turnover? Unlock employee retention and business success with these tips for medical billing companies.

medical billing process
medical billing process
How to get paid more and faster by improving your medical billing process

By following best practices for medical billing, you can reach your profit potential.

someone dealing with underpayment in medical billing
someone dealing with underpayment in medical billing
How to reduce medical billing underpayments

Learn how to improve your practice’s payment tracking and management.

Two billers discuss automation in medical billing
Two billers discuss automation in medical billing
How to create incentive plans that inspire medical billers

Access these 10 tips to craft incentives your billers want — that also align with your budget.

Billing statement and stethoscope with revenue cycle management healthcare news
Billing statement and stethoscope with revenue cycle management healthcare news
Vital Signs: A monthly wrap-up of revenue cycle management healthcare news

A summary of September RCM news as well as regulations that take effect October 1, 2023

calculating impact of reducing denials
calculating impact of reducing denials
Get insurance companies to pay you: Reduce denials

Access quick strategies to address the most common sources of non-payments as an independent practice.

doctor conducting telehealth appointment
doctor conducting telehealth appointment
Reference guide to billing and reimbursements for telehealth

Whether you are new to virtual care, keeping up with changes to requirements, or both, here are must-have references for practices.

happy doctor looking at revenue cycle management kpis
happy doctor looking at revenue cycle management kpis
Key performance indicators for the revenue cycle

Master the complexities of medical billing. Learn how to evaluate medical billing specialist performance and optimize your revenue cycle through key performance indicators (KPIs).

starting a medical billing business how to get clients
starting a medical billing business how to get clients
How to start a medical billing company: Key steps and strategies

Make the most of market demand and set up your own medical billing business. Learn how to start a medical billing company, get the right tools, and make sure you’re properly equipped to expand your client base.

Calculating RVUs
Calculating RVUs
How to analyze RVUs and TRVUs: Improving reimbursement and profitability

Calculating RVUs and TRVUs is a critical part of running a practice. Dive into how it works.

medical billing denials questions and answers
medical billing denials questions and answers
Your top medical billing denial management questions, answered

Learn how to overcome medical billing denials with this helpful guide

Man sending collections letter to patient on computer
Man sending collections letter to patient on computer
Medical practice collection letters that work: 7 ways to improve your letters, plus free templates

Get the most out of your medical collection letters and improve revenue streams with these expert tips

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