ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2018 Issue 1
Reader Question: Get OON Billing Right Every Time
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Article Overview
This reader Q&A explains general compliance considerations for out-of-network billing in a facility setting. It is aimed at billing, compliance, and revenue cycle staff who need to understand the article’s practical guidance on disclosure, patient-payment policies, charge practices, and relationships that may create referral or fraud concerns.
Why This Topic Matters
Out-of-network billing can create compliance exposure if policies are unclear or not consistently followed. The article is relevant to organizations that want to understand the broad risk areas and operational practices discussed for reducing allegations of improper billing.
What You Will Learn
- Why out-of-network billing policies and procedures matter for compliance
- What broad areas of patient disclosure and collection practices are discussed
- How charge consistency and payer-charge practices are framed in the article
- Why referral-related payment arrangements are highlighted as a compliance concern
Who Should Read This
- Billing staff
- Compliance officers
- Revenue cycle managers
- Facility administrators
- Practice managers
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