As the 2024 calendar year’s open enrollment period swiftly approaches, it is imperative for organizations to focus on ensuring compliance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in order to guarantee that their procedures for managing health plans are well-executed. Despite nearly a decade of ACA reporting, organizations still tend to make errors in Affordable Care […]
2024 medicare part b premium: The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have unveiled the premium rates, deductibles, and coinsurance figures for Medicare Part A and Part B in 2024, along with the income-based monthly adjustments for Medicare Part D in the same year. What is the Impact of 2024 Part B Premiums and Deductibles […]
The emphasis on preventive care by the payer likely contributed to its high re-enrollment rate. Insurance Company’s employer-sponsored healthcare plan, compliant with the Affordable Care Act, has emerged as the fastest-growing commercial plan for the payer. Data from the payer’s Impact Study suggests that the healthcare plan company’s focus on both price transparency and preventive […]
Interoperability standards and AI wield significant influence over the revenue cycle, holding the potential to transform the financial landscape of healthcare establishments. In the constantly evolving realm of healthcare, the infusion of artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changing force, promising to revolutionize patient care, diagnoses, and treatments. However, to fully harness the power […]
In the intricate realm of healthcare, where patient well-being is closely entwined with administrative complexities, the cornerstones of success lie in effective revenue management and specialized revenue cycle management services. This pivotal link between clinical operations and financial viability is established through the practice of healthcare revenue cycle management (RCM) and services offered by specialized […]
A recent examination has revealed a significant link between the operational location of healthcare providers and the speed and accuracy of claims reimbursement by insurers. If your practice encounters delays in claims reimbursement, this may be attributed to the geographical area in which your practice is situated, according to a recent scrutiny of financial transactions. […]
According to a survey, claim denials are considered the biggest obstacle in revenue cycle management, with over 20% of providers reporting an annual loss of $500K due to these denials. A recent survey of healthcare leaders conducted by leading medical billing company revealed that claim denials are causing a significant and costly issue for healthcare […]
In the ever-evolving world of healthcare, revenue cycle management (RCM) plays a crucial role in the success of any medical practice. Efficient RCM ensures timely and accurate payment for services rendered, which can significantly impact the financial health of a practice. 13 Essential Steps for Effective Revenue Cycle Management in Practice 2024 1. Verify Patient […]
What’s the news: The AMA is emphatically stating that the proposed 3.36% reduction in the 2024 Medicare physician payment schedule is ill-advised, posing a threat to the accessibility of high-quality physician care for the 50 million plus elderly individuals enrolled in Medicare. The AMA President emphasized that with escalating costs associated with medical practice; another […]
From the inception to the conclusion of the Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) pipeline, it is imperative for practices to implement enhanced analytics and streamlined workflows. Healthcare providers have grappled with the challenge of receiving proper compensation for their services, and the current reimbursement landscape presents even greater obstacles compared to previous years. Payors are persistently […]