Searching for a medical billing company can be a difficult task for healthcare professionals or hospital administrators. Especially if they are not satisfied with their current medical billing situation. It can also be overwhelming for those who are starting new practices or healthcare centers. Medical billing and coding services have always remained one of the most important aspects of healthcare organizations. Nowadays, many patients would just as easily switch over from a healthcare service because of their dissatisfaction with their medical billing services. These frustrated patients then express their discontent and frustration online, which can be bad for the medical provider.
There is no doubt that medical billing and coding services are constantly evolving and there has always been a demand for more challenging medical tasks that require highly qualified billing and coding specialists. For this reason, GreenSense Billing goes beyond the basic principles of medical billing and coding to provide you comprehensive medical billing services, complete with EHR software integration, practice management software, clearinghouse, patient portal, appointment scheduling, ePrescribing, smart dashboards, telemedicine, patient kiosks and much more.
In-house Vs Outsourced Medical Billing, Or Does it Really Matter
So whether you have in-house medical billing or have outsourced your medical billing, it is important to ensure that your medical service provides the essential prerequisites to satisfy regulation authorities, keep the patients happy and healthy, and retain a steady cash flow. If you want to outsource your medical billing there are some things that you need to consider:
Full Compliance with HIPAA
There are government regulations and rules for healthcare organizations. This serves to protect patients from unreliable service providers, including insurance and medical billing companies that may have an unsecure online infrastructure. It is always important to verify if the medical service provider fully complies with all HIPAA regulations. Otherwise, it is better to find another medical provider that adheres to the rules and regulations of HIPAA.
Considering Medical Billing History and Track Record
Any outsourced medical billing company can easily say that they provide the best medical billing and coding services. But how do to know for sure if they really do?
The number of years they’ve provided medical billing and coding services in the healthcare industry would say a lot about their work. After all, a company can only stay competitive if it offers exceptional medical billing services to satisfy its customers. Therefore, it is extremely important to know how long the company has been providing medical billing services, how many customers or clients they have on-board and what their reviews say about them.
The Reporting System
Not all medical billing technologies are the same.. The thing that distinguishes medical billing companies from others is the additional features they can offer through their medical billing software. This includes their reporting system as well.
While some companies can only provide credentials to process their medical bills, others will provide day-to-day, monthly, weekly or real-time financial or benchmark report. Therefore, it is better to choose a company that offers everything that is required for a more effective practice. This includes:
- 24/7 round-the-clock accessibility for medical billing information
- Credibility and Insurance Verification
- Smart and User-friendly Dashboards
- EHR Integration
- Practice Management and Medical Billing Software
- Analytical Information
- Appointment Reminders
- Patient Scheduling Software
Good medical billing reviews and recommendations always work best for establishing credibility for your services. This ensures that your company provides reliable and top-notch medical billing services.
