Introduction

Medical claims processing is lengthy and complicated due to the strict regulations. In today’s blog we’ll discuss how to submit an error free claim. Fortunately, there is high-quality billing software available that greatly simplifies the process. Still, the best approach to take charge of your billing process is to understand each phase and what it includes. Your relationship with billing will improve greatly after you understand the particulars, the reasoning behind each step, and the measures you can take to avoid future mistakes. If you don’t believe us, try following these guidelines the next time you have to file a medical claim and see for yourself what a difference it makes.

Best Practices For Medical Claim Creation

Patient Questionnaire and Registration

Personal information such as name, DOB, address, medical history, and current visit reason are collected. These are just a few examples of the kinds of details that service providers will be asked to give to register. When creating a file for a new patient, it’s important to get as much information as possible. Patients currently being treated should also be questioned thoroughly to ensure the accuracy of any data collected. It’s tempting to skip this step, but that’s usually where the biggest problems arise. Make sure you do everything right during registration so you can file a valid claim afterward. Read More...