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Medical coding strategies

Top Medical Coding Strategies to Maximize Reimbursements

The difference between a thriving medical facility and one struggling with cash flow often lies in the precision and strategic application of its coding processes. Maximizing reimbursements and strengthening financial health hinges on a proactive approach to medical coding – one that goes beyond simply assigning codes and delves into optimizing every facet of the […]
How does autonomous coding improve revenue cycle?

How does autonomous coding improve revenue cycle?

A survey revealed that healthcare organizations anticipate that autonomous coding will accelerate the revenue cycle process and enhance coding accuracy. Although autonomous coding has the potential to streamline revenue cycle processes and alleviate administrative burdens, a majority of healthcare finance leaders surveyed either lack familiarity with it or harbor reservations about fully trusting this automated […]
Mastering Medical Coding: Strategies To Avoid Revenue Loss

Mastering Medical Coding: Strategies To Avoid Revenue Loss

Medical coding is an essential aspect of healthcare in that it translates diagnoses, procedures, medical services, and equipment into alphanumeric codes. The processes involved in medical coding is complex, however, so errors can often result in payment delays and significant financial losses. The most common errors leading to delays and lost revenue are tracking down […]
CMS To Revamp Coding For New Medical Technology

CMS To Revamp Coding For New Medical Technology

Dive Brief CMS Administrator Seema Verma announced Thursday the agency will overhaul coding regulations that she argues have hindered beneficiary access to new medical technology. Medical device companies will now be able to apply for a new permanent Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) code twice a year, instead of annually. CMS also recently eliminated […]