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Revenue Cycle Management Outsourcing: Training Must Be Top of Mind

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One wants to consider vendors that are known to be leaders in the field, in terms of number, volume and size of clients; years in business; and proven performance,” said Woerly. I tell people all the time: An outsource partner is an extension of your business office,” said Phillip E. There are some caveats, however. Probably not.

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Optimizing Revenue Cycle Management and Clinical Documentation Integrity To Avoid Coding Disasters

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Yet coding mistakes can mean lost revenue, or worse — fines, compliance, and legal issues. It’s an unfair business practice.” “I’m hearing about very high productivity standards due to staffing shortages,” said Bowman. Undercoded Complex Hospital Admissions. Revenue cycle leaders are pushing back against this practice.

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Optimizing Revenue Cycle Management and Clinical Documentation Integrity To Avoid Coding Disasters

Relias

Yet coding mistakes can mean lost revenue, or worse — fines, compliance, and legal issues. It’s an unfair business practice.” “I’m hearing about very high productivity standards due to staffing shortages,” said Bowman. Undercoded Complex Hospital Admissions. Revenue cycle leaders are pushing back against this practice.