Not verifying insurance benefits prior to rendering service can result in nonpayment, which affects your bottom line. Because this is a costly mistake that can be avoided, make it routine to verify eligibility prior to every patient visit.
Coding Corner Question: Eligibility Quiz for Front Office Staff
January’s Coding Challenge
Coding Corner Answer: Eligibility Quiz for Front Office Staff
January’s Coding Answer
Practice Page: Building Your Referral Pool
Building relationships with your referring physician pool and their staff should increase the number of quality referrals you receive. Rheumatologists and health professionals should personally introduce themselves to referring doctors in the community. Networking and increasing involvement within the community also builds your reputation and markets your services. Existing patients play a significant role because word of mouth is a powerful tool for referrals to your practice.
Quality Measurement Improves Rheumatology Outcomes
Innovations in health information technology can have significant impact
Are Your Ads Violating the Law?
While advertising is a great way to promote your practice, be sure to avoid legal pitfalls
Rheum With a View
Rituals, symbols, ceremony, and tradition
The Science of MDHAQ/RAPID3 Scores
Do patient self-reports provide valid data for evidence-based care in rheumatology practice?
Medical Device Safety Concerns Rheumatologists
Are recent controversies over metal-on-metal hip replacements and an IOM report cause for worry?
Heroes
Honoring two amazing rheumatologists and the amazing patients they serve
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