Finding the Right Medical Billing Company

by | Published on Dec 14, 2010 | Medical Billing

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With increase in the demand for medical billing service, several companies have entered the medical billing scenario offering services. Finding the right medical billing company is therefore a difficult task. However, a sound knowledge about the process of medical billing will help you find the right one that can meet your specific needs.

Speedy and Timely Medical Billing Service

There are several professional medical billing services that provide speedy and timely medical billing service. To ensure maximum efficiency, the companies utilize several sophisticated billing software and techniques. The major focus of a good medical billing company is in maximizing your reimbursements; therefore professional companies maintain highly efficient and trained medical billing specialists capable of handling all medical billing services. Before outsourcing your medical billing jobs, check whether the company provides services including:

  • Medical coding service
  • Medical insurance collection
  • Paper and insurance electronic billing
  • Charge entry
  • Cash posting and reconciliation
  • Management of old accounts receivable collections
  • Insurance verification and authorization

Look Whether a Company is HIPAA Compliant

Professional medical billing companies use medical billing services according to the choice and requirement of clients. In order to speed up the process of medical billing, the companies utilize state-of-the-art-fiber networks. One of the important aspects you have to look for is whether a company is HIPAA compliant. A reliable medical billing company is distinguished by features such as:

  • Web based medical billing software with EMR solutions
  • High security measures
  • Make use of VPN system
  • Insurance authorization to AR follow up
  • Higher confidentiality
  • Anti-virus and firewall software on each computer
  • 24/7 customer support
  • Daily, weekly and monthly reports

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You can find the updated blog post by following this link 

10 Steps to Find the Right Medical Billing Company

Julie Clements

Julie Clements, OSI’s Vice President of Operations, brings a diverse background in healthcare staffing and a robust six-year tenure as the Director of Sales and Marketing at a prestigious 4-star resort.

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