Revenue Boosters: Are You Collecting Every Dollar You Deserve? Avoid Leaving Thousands of Your Dollars in Your MAC's Hands

Why This Topic Matters

Small billing and collection errors can add up to significant annual revenue loss. The article highlights common operational areas where practices may be under-collecting and why staff responsible for coding, claims, appeals, and front-office policy should pay attention.

Article Sections

1. Screening-turned-diagnostic colonoscopy

   Discusses billing considerations when a screening colonoscopy changes course during the procedure. The section focuses on the general revenue impact and the involvement of Medicare-related billing guidance.

2. Low-dollar denials and appeals

   Covers how recurring small denials can accumulate over time and why practices may want to review appeal decisions. The section centers on physician interpretation services and denial management.

3. Missed appointment fees

   Reviews patient no-shows and the broader issue of practice policies for missed appointments. The section addresses Medicare and non-Medicare policy consistency and general collection practices.