BC Advantage - 2016 Issue 1
Is Patient Collections the Next Big Thing in Medical Billing?
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Article Overview
This article discusses the growing importance of patient collections in medical billing as patient responsibility becomes a larger share of accounts receivable. It addresses practice-management responses such as payment policies, collection timing, staff training, and payment methods. The piece is aimed at practice managers, billers, coders, and revenue-cycle staff who want a broad view of current collection challenges and workflow considerations.
Why This Topic Matters
As patient balances make up more of a practice’s receivables, collection strategy can have a direct impact on cash flow and overall billing performance. The article is relevant for organizations looking to adapt processes and staff workflows to changing payment expectations.
What You Will Learn
- Why patient collections are becoming a larger focus in medical billing
- What operational areas practices are reviewing to improve collections
- How staffing and communication processes can support collection efforts
- Why patient payment policies are becoming more important in revenue-cycle management
Who Should Read This
- Practice managers
- Medical billers
- Medical coders
- Revenue cycle staff
- Independent physician practices
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