Compliance: Let Audits Help You Capture Missed Charges and Improve Compliance

Why This Topic Matters

Regular auditing can help practices spot recurring documentation and billing problems before they lead to denials, repayment demands, or broader compliance concerns. For teams responsible for charge capture and coding integrity, the article offers a practical framework for deciding how to structure an internal audit program.

Article Sections

1. Get to Know the Audit Types

   Introduces the two broad internal audit approaches and compares their operational characteristics at a high level. The section frames how practices think about audit timing and workflow impact.

2. Set a Twice-a-Year Auditing Goal

   Discusses general factors that influence how often audits are performed, including practice size, resources, and the need for recurring review. The section emphasizes establishing a practical audit cadence.

3. Focus Audit on Commonly Billed Services

   Explains how practices may prioritize routine or frequently billed services when planning audits. The section also points readers toward external guidance sources used to identify areas of oversight interest.