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Billing & Collections
Collecting fees for services rendered is among the most challenging aspects of any business. Oftentimes with physician practices, this can be especially difficult due to the presence of third-party insurers and potential confusion on behalf of the patient as to what he pays for and what his insurer covers. Here you will find articles packed with tips and suggestions for collecting fees and payments and what to do when your office has difficulty doing so. There is also information related to proposed and passed state and federal legislation on patient billing and collections.
Resources
Helpful hints to resolve credit card billing disputes
Recent Legislative Activity - Billing & Collections
What to Consider When Choosing a Billing Service (AAFP.org)
Winning on the Telephone - Collection Techniques and Tips
News & Headlines
Payers react to new Medicare consultation code policy
11 January 2010
Medicare consultation code policy guidance
11 January 2010
CMS consults billing policy
30 December 2009
CMS delays implementation of compliance standards for consignment closet arrangements (hallrender.com)
4 September 2009
FTC issues guidance on Red Flags rule
8 April 2009
Criteria for selecting billing vendors
16 December 2008
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