Medwave Billing & Credentialing
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Linkedin
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
  • RSS
Call, Text: (412) 219-4789
  • Medical Credentialing
  • Payer Contracting
  • Rate Negotiations
  • Billing
  • Specialties
  • Blog
  • FAQ
  • Contact

Posts tagged "Revenue Cycle Management"

The Challenges and Opportunities of Digital Therapeutics (DTx) Reimbursement

February 19, 2024 / Alex J. Lau / Digital Therapeutics
Digital Therapeutics Reimbursement

The healthcare industry is undergoing a digital transformation, with software-based therapeutic interventions known as digital therapeutics emerging as disruptive new modalities to prevent, manage, and treat a growing range of medical conditions. Digital Therapeutics Breakdown Digital therapeutics deliver evidence-based treatments directly to patients through smart devices and applications. These data-driven tools provide personalized interventions, feedback, […]

Read More

Digital Therapeutics Billing, DTx Billing, Reimbursement, Revenue Cycle Management

Manual Medical Billing is Dead, RPA is the Answer

February 11, 2024 / Alex J. Lau / Medical Billing, Robotic Process Automation
robotic-process-automation-RPA-example-code

Medical billing has long relied on manual data entry and paperwork to process claims. But this antiquated approach is no longer sustainable in today’s digital healthcare environment. The future of medical billing lies with robotic process automation (RPA). RPA automates repetitive data entry and workflow tasks, increasing efficiency, reducing human error, and allowing medical billers […]

Read More

Billing Automation, HL7, Revenue Cycle Management, RPA

The Essential Guide to Medical Billing Automation

January 31, 2024 / Alex J. Lau / Medical Billing
Medical Billing versus Sports

Improper bundling in medical billing occurs when services that should be billed under a single CPT code are instead billed as separate component codes to generate higher reimbursement, a practice CMS classifies as unbundling. The inverse error, combining services that should be billed separately under a single code, results in underpayment and lost revenue. Both […]

Read More

Artificial Intelligence, Billing Automation, Revenue Cycle Management, Robotic Process Automation

10 Trends Set to Transform Medical Billing

January 28, 2024 / Alex J. Lau / Medical Billing
Medical Billing, Credentialing Team

The healthcare industry is rapidly evolving, driven by advances in technology, changes in regulations, and shifts in consumer behavior. For medical billing professionals, these changes bring both opportunities and challenges. Staying up-to-date on the latest trends is key to remaining competitive and providing the best possible service to healthcare providers. We’ll explore the top 10 […]

Read More

Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Revenue Cycle Management, Robotic Process Automation, Telehealth

How to Connect an EHR to a Clearinghouse: A Step-by-Step Guide

January 23, 2024 / Alex J. Lau / EHR, Medical Billing

Electronic health records (EHRs) have become an indispensable part of healthcare operations. EHRs allow providers to store patient information electronically and share it securely. However, to transmit claims and other data to payers, providers need to connect their EHR system to a clearinghouse. A clearinghouse acts as an intermediary between providers and insurance companies by […]

Read More

Clearinghouse, EMR, HL7, Interoperability, Revenue Cycle Management

JN.1 Variant: Navigating COVID-19 Testing Billing Requirements and Optimization

December 29, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / COVID-19
CPT Covid-19 Billing

Cases of a new COVID-19 variant, temporarily designated JN.1, are rising rapidly nationwide. According to data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, JN.1 now accounts for 44% of all COVID-19 infections in the country. That represents more than double its share compared to just a week prior, highlighting the dramatic growth rate […]

Read More

CMS, COVID-19 Testing Billing, JN.1, Revenue Cycle Management

Why Would a Medical Provider Want to Use Robotic Process Automation?

December 13, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / Robotic Process Automation
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Medical Billing

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) has transformed industries across the globe by automating repetitive, rules-based digital tasks. In recent years, healthcare providers have begun to realize the immense potential benefits RPA can offer their organizations too. Implementing RPA can be a challenging process, but for those willing to invest in change, the payouts are plentiful. Below, […]

Read More

Artificial Intelligence, Billing Automation, Medical Billing Automation, Revenue Cycle Management, RPA

Improving Workflow Efficiency with Medical Billing Automation

October 5, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / Medical Billing
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Medical Billing

For modern healthcare practices, efficient and accurate medical billing operations are essential to financial success. However, manual billing processes can be time-consuming, error-prone, and make it difficult to scale. Automating key steps in the medical billing workflow brings game-changing improvements in productivity, reduction of costly claim errors, accelerated revenue cycles, and optimized billing costs. Benefits […]

Read More

Billing Automation, Higher Reimbursements, Revenue Cycle Management, Robotic Process Automation

Payer Enrollment: Streamlining Healthcare Billing, Reimbursement

June 30, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / Medical Billing, Payer Enrollment
Payer contracting specialist reviewing insurance agreement

What is Payer Enrollment? Payer Enrollment refers to the process through which healthcare providers, such as hospitals, clinics, and individual practitioners, become registered with insurance payers or healthcare plans. It involves submitting the necessary documentation and information to establish a contractual relationship with these payers. Enrolling with payers allows providers to gain the ability to […]

Read More

Centralizing Documentation, Continuous Monitoring, Provider Enrollment, Revenue Cycle Management

The Importance of Robotic Process Automation in Medical Billing

June 26, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / Medical Billing
robotic-process-automation-RPA-example-code

There is a growing need for automation to streamline and optimize medical billing operations. Robotic Process Automation (RPA) has emerged as a game-changing technology in the field of medical billing. We highlight the importance of robotic process automation in medical billing and its potential benefits for healthcare organizations. What is Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in […]

Read More

Billing Automation, Revenue Cycle Management, Robotic Process Automation, RPA

New vs. Established Patient Billing: The 3-Year Rule Explained

April 27, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / Medical Billing
Medical billing specialist pointing to billing code data on-screen while consulting with a colleague.

Getting a patient’s status wrong on the front end doesn’t just risk a denial, it can quietly underpay every claim for a visit that should have coded higher. The distinction between new and established comes down to a specific three-part test, not a front-desk gut check, and the gaps between the two show up constantly […]

Read More

Billing Challenges, Outsourced Billing, Revenue Cycle Management, Revenue Cycle Optimization, Verifying Insurance

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 […]

Read More

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

Maximizing Reimbursement: 10 Tips for Successful Medical Billing

March 3, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / Medical Billing
Medical Owner White Businessman

Medical billing is a critical aspect of the healthcare industry, as it ensures that healthcare providers are paid for the services they provide to patients. However, medical billing can be a intricate process, and many healthcare providers struggle to maximize reimbursement for their services. To maximize reimbursement, healthcare providers should focus on accurate medical coding, […]

Read More

Billing Tips, Reimbursement, Revenue Cycle Management

EDISS Connect: All You Need to Know

February 15, 2023 / Alex J. Lau / EDISS
Outsourced Medical Billing Services

What is EDISS Connect? EDISS Connect is a powerful web-based application that allows healthcare providers to manage their claims data more effectively. With its user-friendly interface and advanced features, the EDISS platform streamlines the claims submission process, tracks payment status, and provides powerful reporting tools to help providers analyze their financial transactions. If you’re a […]

Read More

EDI, EDISS Connect, Outsourced Billing, Revenue Cycle Management, Revenue Cycle Optimization

Electronic Claim Attachments: The Future Is Now

December 5, 2022 / Alex J. Lau / Billing, Billing Automation, Billing Revenue, Billing RPA, EHR, Electronic Claim Attachments, Electronic Claims, EMR, Medical Billing, Medical Billing AI, Medical Billing Artificial Intelligence, RCM, Revenue Cycle Management, Robotic Process Automation, RPA
electronic-claim-attachments

Electronic Claim Attachments FAQ Submitting Electronic Claim Attachments One of the major strains on healthcare providers is the dependence on paper and manual procedures. This duo frequently adds up to harmful mistakes and costly denials, which demand significantly more time and effort to resolve, if left unchecked. Among the manual processes most difficult to manage […]

Read More

Clearinghouse, EHR, Electronic Claim Attachments, Electronic Claims, EMR, Medical Billing, Medical Billing Software, Medical Billing Team, Medical Billing Tool, Outsourced Billing, Outsourced Medical Billing, RCM, Revenue Cycle Management

Why Do Health Insurers Require Prior Authorization?

February 9, 2021 / Alex J. Lau / Prior Authorization
Female Doctor Prior Authorization

Words that no patient or healthcare provider wants to hear when they are ready to proceed with a doctor-approved procedure for a medical matter. “This procedure will require prior authorization.” However, it’s one of the utilization management tools that insurance companies have fostered to decide if specific prescribed procedures, services and medications are medically required […]

Read More

Billing and Coding, Medical Billing, Prior Authorization Process, Reimbursement, Revenue Cycle Management
12

Recent Posts

  • Provider Credentialing Specialist

    Why You Can’t Bill What You Can’t Credential

  • Full-Cycle Medical Credentialing Support Expert

    Affordable, Full-Cycle Credentialing: Why the Price Drops the More You Buy

  • Reduction in Billing, Credentialing Admin Load Due to AI?

    Why Isn’t AI Reducing the Administrative Load in Medical Billing?

  • Denied Medical Claim Appeal Letter

    Why an Approved Authorization Can Still End in a Denied Claim

  • AI Scribes Changing Medical Coding and Billing

    AI Scribes are Changing Medical Coding, Reimbursement

  • Net Collection Rate, analyzed by analyst

    What’s a Net Collection Rate in RCM?

Practices Served

  • Behavioral Health
  • DME
  • Primary Care
  • Pediatrics
  • Psychiatry
  • Home Health
  • Pain Management
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)
  • Substance Abuse
  • Emergency Medicine
  • General Surgery
  • Dermatology
  • Cardiology
  • Radiology
  • Urgent Care
  • Anesthesiology
  • Orthopedic & Rheumatology
  • ENT (Otolaryngology)
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Genetic Testing
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Gastroenterology
  • Pulmonology
  • Pharmacogenetic (PGx)
  • Urology
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Fertility Preservation
  • Toxicology
  • Allergy Testing
  • Oncology
  • Pathology
  • Forensic Pathology
  • OBGYN
  • Nephrology
  • Internal Medicine
  • Podiatry
  • Neurology
  • Telestroke & Teleneurology
  • Digital Therapeutics (DTx)
  • Remote Patient Monitoring
  • Remote Therapeutic Monitoring
  • Home Infusion Therapy
  • Speech Therapy
  • Sleep Study Labs
  • Physical Therapy (PT)
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Biologics & Specialty Drugs

Services

  • Medical Credentialing
  • Recredentialing
  • Payer Contracting
  • Rate Negotiations
  • Medical Billing
  • Telehealth Billing
  • HL7 Integration
  • Robotic Process Automation
  • Denial Management
  • A/R Recovery
  • Revenue Cycle Consulting

Resources

  • CAQH ProView Form
  • On-Boarding Documentation Checklist
  • Blog
  • FAQ
  • Videos
  • Podcast
  • Glossary of Terms

Recent Posts

  • Provider Credentialing Specialist

    Why You Can’t Bill What You Can’t Credential

  • Full-Cycle Medical Credentialing Support Expert

    Affordable, Full-Cycle Credentialing: Why the Price Drops the More You Buy

  • Reduction in Billing, Credentialing Admin Load Due to AI?

    Why Isn’t AI Reducing the Administrative Load in Medical Billing?

  • Denied Medical Claim Appeal Letter

    Why an Approved Authorization Can Still End in a Denied Claim

  • AI Scribes Changing Medical Coding and Billing

    AI Scribes are Changing Medical Coding, Reimbursement

Company

  • About Medwave
  • Who We Serve
  • Billing / Credentialing Specialties
  • Regions Served
  • Book a Consultation
  • Use Cases
  • Testimonials
  • Pricing
  • New Practice

Legal / Trust

  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Privacy Policy
  • Sitemap
  • Google Reviews

Quick Connect

  • (412) 219-4789
  • Fax: (866) 422-9277
  • Contact Us
    • Linkedin
    • YouTube
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Pinterest
    • Instagram

Medwave @ Goodfirms

Medwave | Alignable

Medwave is HIPAA CompliantMedwave SOC 2, Type 2

All Systems Operational

© 2026-2027, Medwave Billing & Credentialing | Cranberry Township, PA, 16066 | Phone: (412) 219-4789