The Best Vendors for ICD-10 Outsourcing

The Best Vendors for ICD-10 Outsourcing

According to a recent Black Book report, many providers have outsourced EHR, RCM and coding vendors. Of those providers, 22% said that they outsourced these tasks and did not take any other measure to adjust for potential negative effects on revenue cycles after Oct. 1.

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Optimism Building With Looming ICD-10 Transition?

Optimism Building With Looming ICD-10 Transition?

Anxiety is culminating as the October 1st deadline for ICD-10 is rapidly approaching. According to a survey administered by Porter Research (commissioned by Navicure) in August, 85% of respondents believe they will be ready for the implementation of ICD-10, but 57% also claim they are not on track for it as of right now.

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Medical Billing Outsourcing Market Continues to Grow

Medical Billing Outsourcing Market Continues to Grow

Globally, healthcare spending is expected to drastically increase in the next few years. Developed countries can attribute their increase in spending to an aging population and lower fertility rate. Meanwhile, emerging countries can attribute their increase in healthcare spending to the lack of infrastructure, increase in chronic diseases, and the inequality in the availability of patient care. Technology is also becoming a salient part of healthcare.

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How to Prevent Revenue Loss in Financial and Clinical Workflows

How to Prevent Revenue Loss in Financial and Clinical Workflows

Despite the chaos of ICD-10 conversion, there are many ways that providers can minimize claims errors and denials. Clinical and financial workflows have the greatest impact on revenue cycles due to outdated processes, inadequate communication and lack of follow through. Therefore, it is important to anticipate the most probable mistakes and optimize internal workflows in order to avoid revenue losses. 

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