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Which CPT Codes are Used in Urgent Care Billing?

May 28, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / Billing, Billing Codes, E/M Codes, E/M Coding, Healthcare, Healthcare Billing, ICD-10, ICD-10 Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Procedural Codes, Procedure Modifiers, Urgent Care CPT Codes, Urgent Care Diagnosis Codes, Urgent Care Modifiers
Urgent Care CPT Codes

Urgent care clinics have become an increasingly popular option for patients seeking prompt medical attention for non-life-threatening conditions. These facilities provide convenient, affordable, and timely care for a wide range of illnesses and injuries that are too severe to wait for a scheduled appointment but not serious enough to warrant a visit to the emergency […]

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Articles, Billing, Billing Codes, E/M codes, E/M coding, Healthcare, Healthcare Billing, ICD-10, ICD-10 coding, Medical Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Procedural Codes, Procedure Modifiers, Urgent Care Billing, Urgent Care CPT Codes, Urgent Care Diagnosis Codes, Urgent Care Modifiers

Understanding Medical Billing for New vs. Established Patients

April 27, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / Billing, Billing Revenue, Billing Services, Existing Patients, Healthcare, Healthcare Billing, Medical Billing, Medical Billing Assessment, Medical Billing Best Practices, New Patients, Revenue Cycle Management
Therapist talking to patient

Efficient and accurate medical billing is crucial for healthcare providers and patients alike. Whether it’s handling billing for new or established patients, understanding the intricacies of medical billing practices is essential. We take an in-depth look into the key aspects of medical billing for new and established patients, exploring the differences, challenges, and best practices […]

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Medical Billing, Medical Billing Service, Medical Billing Strategy, Outsource Billing, Outsource Medical billing, Outsourced Billing, Outsourced Medical Billing, Revenue Cycle Management, Revenue Cycle Optimization

What to Know Before Starting Your Own Medical Billing Company?

March 9, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / Billing, Billing Services, Healthcare, Healthcare Billing, Medical Billing, Medical Billing Careers, Medical Billing Companies, Medical Billing Jobs, Medical Billing Services, Medical Coding, RCM, Revenue Cycle Management
Outsourced Medical Billing Services

Medical billing is the process of submitting and following up on claims with health insurance companies in order to receive payment for services provided by healthcare providers. With the increasing complexity of medical billing and coding procedures, there has been a surge in demand for medical billing companies. Many entrepreneurs are now considering starting their […]

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Medical, Medical Billing, Medical Billing Service, Outsource Billing, Outsource Medical billing, Outsourced Billing, Outsourced Medical Billing, RCM, Revenue Cycle Management

Which CPT Codes are Used in Genetic Testing Billing?

March 6, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / CPT Codes, Genetic Testing, Genetic Testing Billing, Genetic Testing Medical Billing, Healthcare, Healthcare Billing, HIPAA, HIPAA Compliant, Lab Billing, Laboratory Billing, Medical, Medical Billing
Genetic Testing Lab

Genetic testing has become an essential tool in medicine, providing valuable insights into a patient’s health and disease risk. As genetic testing becomes more prevalent, medical professionals must navigate the complex world of billing and coding for these tests. Correct coding ensures that the provider is reimbursed for the services provided, and it also provides […]

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CPT, CPT Code, CPT-10, Genetic Testing, Genetic Testing Billing, Genetic Testing CPT Codes, Genetic Testing Labs, Healthcare, Healthcare Billing, Medical, Medical Billing, Medical Billing Service, Revenue Cycle Management

Discover the Benefits of Outsourced Laboratory Billing Solutions

February 7, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / Corona Virus, Corona Virus Testing Billing, Coronavirus, COVID, COVID Testing Billing, COVID-19, COVID-19 Billing, Healthcare, Lab Billing, Laboratory Billing, Medical, Medical Billing, Medical Billing for Labs, Outsourced Lab Billing
Laboratory Billing

Understanding Outsourced Laboratory Billing In the medical industry, managing billing and reimbursement processes can be a daunting task. From insurance claims and patient billing to regulatory compliance and coding accuracy, there are many variables to consider. This is why many medical laboratories have chosen to outsource their billing operations to third-party providers. Outsourced laboratory billing […]

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Corona billing, Corona Virus, Corona virus billing, Coronavirus, Coronavirus testing billing, COVID, COVID-19, COVID-19 Testing Billing, Genetic Testing Billing, Genetic Testing Labs, Healthcare, Lab Billing, Lab Testing Billing, Laboratory Billing, Medical, Toxicology Billing, Toxicology Lab Billing, Toxicology Laboratory Billing

Are Uber Health and Lyft Healthcare Covered by Insurance Providers?

February 2, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / Billing, Healthcare, Healthcare Billing, Lyft Concierge, Lyft Healthcare, Medical Transportation, Medical Transportation Billing, NEMT, NEMT Billing, Non-Emergency Medical Transportation, Transportation Billing, Uber Health
Uber Health, Lyft Healthcare Driver

Uber Health and Lyft Healthcare Transportation Services Uber and Lyft have made moves towards medical transportation, driven by the growing demand for Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) services, which help patients who are unable to drive themselves to and from medical appointments. Estimates have the Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Market Size Worth $15.57Bn by 2028. Both Uber […]

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Healthcare Transportation, Lyft, Lyft Concierge, Lyft Healthcare, Medical, Medical Appointments, Medical Billing, Medical Transportation, NEMT, NEMT Billing, Non-Emergency Medical Transportation, Transportation, Uber, Uber Health

Why Aren’t Patients Using Patient Portals?

December 17, 2022 / Alex J. Lau / Healthcare, Healthcare Delivery, HIPAA, HIPAA Compliant, Medical, Medical Claims, Medical Providers, Patient Portal

Why Your Patients are Failing to Use Your Portal Properly Patient Portal Challenges Healthcare consumers vary from tech-savvy Generation Z, Y and Millennials, familiar with rapid click-throughs, to straightforward answers, to patients with little or no faith or proficiency in computing tools. In any instance, just a few words can sum up the probable value-added […]

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Confusion, Medical Patients, Medical Practice, Patient Portal, Patient Portal Problems, Security

Payer Enrollment Versus Credentialing, What’s the Difference?

November 6, 2022 / Alex J. Lau / Credentialing, Credentialing On-Boarding, Enrollment, Healthcare, Healthcare Credentialing, Payer Contracting, Payer Enrollment
Payer contracting specialist reviewing insurance agreement

Hiring new providers brings energy and growth to any medical practice. Whether you’re bringing on a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant, adding talented healthcare professionals to your team opens doors to serving more patients and expanding your services. But there’s a catch that trips up even experienced practice managers, getting these new providers ready […]

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Credentialing, credentialing on-boarding, Enrollment, Healthcare, Healthcare Credentialing, Medical Credentialing, Payer Enrollment

Medical Billing Myths

July 31, 2021 / Alex J. Lau / Full Service Medical Billing, Healthcare, Medicaid, Medical Billing, Medical Billing Companies, Medical Billing Myths, Medicare, What is Medical Billing?
Medical Billing Experts

Understanding Medical Billing Myths Dr. John Smith owns a small practice in Pittsburgh’s South Hills. He’s in the midst of a conversation with one of his nurses. Nurse: “Doctor, do you think we should be posting signs concerning the payment of co-pays once the patient is finished with their appointment?” Doctor: “I agree to a […]

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Healthcare Billing, Healthcare Providers, Medical Billing, Medical Billing Myths, Medical Billing Service, Outsource Billing, Outsource Medical billing, Outsourced Billing, Pittsburgh Medical Billing

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  • AI Scribes Changing Medical Coding and Billing

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