Expert Guidance to Stop Leaks in Your ASC's Revenue Flow

If you notice a decrease in revenue, there are a number of areas you can check for possible leaks. They include the following:

• Up-front financial counseling or collections

• Coding

• Modifiers

• Deposits

• Denials

• Appeals

• Third-party payer reimbursement

• Secondary insurance

• Patient billing

• Adjustments

• Collections

• Payer mix/case mix

In this tips series, we discuss each area and offer guidance for how to plug the leak and help ensure optimal reimbursement. Click the links below to access the published tips.

• Up-Front Financial Counseling and Collections Not Completed

• Coding Errors

• Improper and/or Unsecured Bank Deposits and Payment Posting

• Failure to Address Denials or Incorrect Reimbursement From Third-Party Payors

• Unbilled Revenue and How to Track It

• Undetected Third-Party Payor Reimbursement Errors

• Third-Party Payor Collections Not Completed in a Timely Manner

• Inconsistent or No Financial Auditing