Deductible - Heal Your Practice

Why This Topic Matters

Knowing the relevant claim submission timeframes helps practices reduce denials, manage deductible-related payment issues, and identify aging accounts receivable before deadlines are missed. The article is relevant for teams responsible for claim filing, payer follow-up, and revenue cycle management.

Article Sections

1. State Insurance Laws

   Discusses state-level claim submission timeframes and the role of insurer information in determining filing deadlines. The section focuses on broad commercial and HMO coverage requirements.

2. Medicare

   Covers Medicare claim submission timing in relation to the service year and calendar-year deadlines. The section provides broad filing context for Medicare claims.

3. Provider Insurance Contracts

   Reviews how provider agreements may set claim submission time limits that differ from general payer rules. The section addresses contract-based timing considerations for commercial plans.

4. Finding Revenue for Your Practice

   Describes general accounts receivable recovery and aging-claims follow-up strategies for practices. The section covers broad workflow considerations for unpaid claims across different payer types.