In the high-stakes world of healthcare, one malpractice claim can alter the trajectory of a medical professional’s career. But what happens when a physician already has a history of prior paid malpractice claims? According to extensive research, such history is a strong predictor of future claims, raising red flags for insurers, healthcare employers, and medical […]
Undercoding, or reporting a lesser service than was performed and documented, is sometimes employed as a defensive strategy to stave off claims denials or audits. But, undercoding can make a provider an outlier, and may create consequential patient care, compliance, and financial liabilities. For example: Undercoding Leaves Money On The Table, Driving Down Provider Reimbursement […]