Wednesday, 28 January 2015

Why is clinical documentation and good medical coding important?



As we are heading towards ICD10 implementation process, following steps will help the providers to maximize the insurance reimbursement:


  • Documentation supports coding which is the basis of correct revenue and reimbursement. Otherwise a practice could be losing revenue
  • Documentation is necessary for complying with quality measure
  • Quality information supports care management and making sure protocols are followed
  • Proper documentation supports proper payment and reduced denials
  • Captures the level of risk and severity
  • Patients deserve to have accurate and complete documentation of their conditions

http://www.vocisinc.com/aboutus.php

No comments:

Post a Comment