by Pete Crutchley | Feb 15, 2016 | Medical Billing News
It is common in my world to be presented with a number of unpaid invoices. The remit is to go get paid for them. That I can do. But it depends? If they were raised in the first place that is. If they have NOT been raised it is much more difficult. I’ve...
by Pete Crutchley | Jan 12, 2016 | Medical Billing News
This issue has come up a few times over the years. Indeed, I’ve already been asked the question twice during 2016 and it’s only January 11th too. Consider if, during the initial consultation, you advise your patient surgery is required. The patient...
by Pete Crutchley | Apr 14, 2015 | Medical Billing News
Some consultant surgeons aren’t fully familiar with the fees paid by different medical insurance companies for the same surgical episode. Consequently, they actually undercharge without even realising it. Any of this could be applicable regardless of the specialty the...
by Pete Crutchley | Oct 30, 2014 | Medical Billing News
Benefits or Fees This issue came up during a recent meeting with a consultant surgeon. More specifically how fees are accounted for against a benefits package and the possible creation of a shortfall. Consider the total benefits payable under a patient’s insurance...
by Pete Crutchley | Oct 21, 2014 | Medical Billing News
Fees differ If fees differ between insurance companies how can they be checked and monitored? For example, a fee for a fictitious CCSD code XY4321 can differ between the big five insurance companies by as much as £100. Add to the equation another code. AB9876. It may...