Revenue Booster: Ensure Your Practice Recoups Deserved Pay With a Well-Oiled Billing and Collections Program

Why This Topic Matters

Accurate billing and collections processes help practices reduce missed charges, avoid inappropriate payment reductions, and support cleaner reimbursement workflows. The article is relevant for organizations trying to strengthen documentation, front-desk collection practices, and Medicare claim handling.

Article Sections

1. Stay on Top of SNF Patient Status

   Discusses billing workflow considerations when patients are associated with skilled nursing facility stays and receive services in other settings.

2. Don’t Blindly Accept Sequester Cuts on Advantage Claims

   Addresses Medicare Advantage payment adjustments, plan contract considerations, and when claim reductions may warrant review.

3. Bill Your Supplies, When Reimbursable

   Covers the general treatment of supplies in reimbursement and notes that some supply items may be separately reportable under specific circumstances.

4. Cross-Reference Your Practice Log Against A Charge Sheet

   Focuses on comparing internal equipment or practice logs with charge capture to identify missed billing opportunities.

5. Properly Train Front Desk to Collect Financial Information

   Reviews front-desk intake and collection practices, including insurance verification, claim-related documentation, and patient financial responsibility.

6. Differentiate PC/TC Components

   Explains the importance of distinguishing professional and technical components in reporting services performed with facility equipment.

7. Code Locum Tenens Accurately

   Covers temporary physician coverage arrangements and the distinction between locum tenens and reciprocal billing scenarios.