Tag: Denial Management Services

Medical claim denial code co15

Understanding Medical Claim Denial Code CO-15: Causes, Fixes, and Prevention

 Key Takeaways Denial Code CO-15 occurs when authorization or referral information is missing, invalid, or mismatched. Common causes include expired authorizations, incorrect provider details, or billing mismatches. Prevent CO-15 denials through automation, staff training, and proactive verification. Collaborating with a trusted RCM partner like Allzone Management Services can streamline your authorization process and reduce denials […]
CO 109 Denial Code

CO 109 Denial Code Explained – Causes, Filing Rules & Prevention

In the complex world of medical billing, claim denials can significantly impact a provider’s cash flow, operational efficiency, and financial stability. One of the most common and often misunderstood denial codes is CO 109. This denial typically arises due to timely filing issues, which means the payer received the claim after the allowed submission deadline. […]
denial avoidance

Denials Management vs. Denials Avoidance: Key Differences & Best Practices

In today’s healthcare landscape, denied insurance claims can seriously impact a provider’s financial health and operational efficiency. To address this, denial management services and denial avoidance programs have emerged as industry essentials. This post explores the differences between these two strategies, compares their respective best practices, and highlights why working with a leading denial management […]
22% of Revenue Cycle Leaders Outsource Outpatient RCM

Why You Should Outsource Outpatient RCM Services

Outpatient care has become a cornerstone of modern healthcare, thanks to technological advancements, patient preferences, and cost-effective treatment models. As outpatient services expand, so do the administrative and financial complexities behind the scenes. Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) for outpatient care is no small feat — it involves managing patient scheduling, insurance verification, coding, billing, and […]
AI in denial management

Denial Management with AI: A Game-Changer for Healthcare Providers

 Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most talked-about innovations in healthcare finance—and for good reason. While it brings excitement about streamlined operations, particularly in areas like AI in denial management, and better outcomes, it also sparks questions about its impact on providers, staff, and daily workflows. At AAPC, we’ve been actively exploring how AI […]
reduce payment turnaround time

Reduce Payment Turnaround Time: Best Practices for Faster Reimbursement

For any medical practice, the timely reimbursement of claims is essential to maintaining a healthy cash flow and sustaining operations. The moment your practice submits a claim to the payer, the countdown begins until you receive the actual payment. Delays in reimbursement can strain your revenue cycle, affect financial stability, and even impact patient care. […]
Manual Claims Denial Management

Why Manual Denial Management is Hurting Your Revenue

Healthcare providers face mounting financial pressures due to rising operational costs, evolving regulatory requirements, and shrinking reimbursement rates. One of the most critical areas affecting revenue cycle efficiency is claims denial management. Despite advancements in technology, many healthcare organizations still rely on manual claims denial management, leading to inefficiencies, revenue leakage, and administrative burdens. This […]
Why Healthcare Providers Need Medical Claim Clearinghouses

Why Healthcare Providers Need Medical Claim Clearinghouses

Medical claim clearinghouses enhance the efficiency of claim submissions for healthcare providers, thereby reducing costs and improving payment accuracy. Each year, healthcare payers and providers exchange billions of claims to finalize patient encounters, a number that continues to rise. As claim volumes increase annually (except for a dip in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic), […]