DOING BUSINESS: Code Properly to Prevent Lost Revenue

DOING BUSINESS

Code Properly to Prevent Lost Revenue

Tips for reducing rejection/denial rates



Doing Business

The coding and billing team should be certified and have all necessary tools available to ensure clean claim submissions.

DOING BUSINESS

Code Properly to Prevent Lost Revenue

Tips for reducing rejection/denial rates

An ASC’s coding staff plays a key role in avoiding claims denials. By ensuring accurate coding and data entry, an ASC is more likely to receive correct, complete payment for services rendered. Any number of coding-related issues might cause a loss of revenue. Understanding these issues and how to effectively respond when they arise will help keep cash flowing in and denials away.

 


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