denials

6 Reasons for Claims Errors and How to Avoid Them

automate claims processing, claims, Claims & Contract Management, claims denials, claims management, claimscrubber, ClaimSource, denials, denials workflow manager, digital front door, enhanced claim status, Featured, Healthcare Claims, patient intake tools / July 20, 2022 July 20, 2022

The repercussions of errors on the healthcare claims processing workflow can be major and wide-ranging. It slows the revenue cycle, interrupts cash flow, consumes staff hours, creates frustration for staff and patients, and, in the worst cases, sacrifices revenue. Errors are a perennial—maybe even inevitable—problem but understanding some common reasons behind these mistakes can help. …

6 Reasons for Claims Errors and How to Avoid Them Read More »

Coverage parity for mental health, substance abuse, a key focus for insurance regulators

Coverage, Daily, denials, federal, Insurance, Legal, mental health, News, Parity, Payers, Regulators, state, Substance Abuse, SYN, Top Story / June 2, 2021 June 2, 2021

Health insurers are prohibited from placing unfavorable limits on mental health and substance abuse benefits, and yet, many do. Federal and state regulators are taking aim at these practices and making the enforcement of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 a key focus.