Billing and collections

New rules have open comment periods now.

Gallup Poll finds ‘2022 a challenging year for many Americans.’

Leaders seek physician comments on rule proposals for electronic records, Medicare Advantage plans.

AMA, hospital group says payments aren’t keeping up with costs of doing business.

Researchers examine trends for adult women and men before COVID-19 pandemic.

During and after the COVID-19 public health emergency, expect vigilance by federal regulators.

Negotiate with knowledge and watch out for pitfalls with billing and side hustles.

Survey examines causes, solutions for frustrations over health care costs.

Bill is pending in Senate, but Medicare action could ‘make health care better for America’s seniors.’

Cut scheduled for 2023 would reduce physician payments by 4.5%.

If implemented, physicians and hospitals could save an estimated $15 billion over 10 years.

These non-traditional KPIs have a significant impact on collections and cashflow.

Collecting money from patients is an ongoing challenge that has only worsened with high-deductible health plans.

Doctors need to address patients’ worries about costs

Understanding the cuts to physician reimbursement

Cleveland Clinic begins charging for doctors’ time spent responding to some electronic messages

Justice Department says Cigna pocketed millions; complaint follows national news report about widespread fraud by Medicare Advantage insurers.

Texas Medical Association claims arbitration rules give unfair advantage to health insurers.

Four simple steps can increase collection of patient balances while also preserving the practice-patient relationship.