Sentences with phrase «patients on payment plans»

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Especially in the U.S., what happens if a patient on a long - term payment plan switches jobs, and health insurers?

What happens if the drug fails after three years, and the patient / payer are on a five - year payment plan?

If a patient and his or her insurance company agree to a five - year payment plan, will the payments be contingent on periodic checkups to verify that the drug is still working?

Helps patients focus on treatment instead of payment by providing affordable monthly payment plans for their out - of - pocket medical expenses.

In order to focus on our patients» needs, customer service and minimizing costs, we do not bill or allow payment plans.

Health plans and health care clearinghouses rely on the provision of such information to accurately and promptly process claims for payment and for other administrative functions that directly affect a patient's ability to receive needed care, the quality of that care, and the efficiency with which it is delivered.

Comment: Some health plans stated that an institutionalized right to restrict can interfere with proper payment and can make it easier for unscrupulous providers or patients to commit fraud on insurance plans.

Coordinated multiple office functions that focus on computerized scheduling, billing, patient records, data management and payment plans with demonstrated knowledge of insurance carriers.

• Provide education and orientation to patients and their families regarding hospital procedures • Assist patients in understanding the role medication and medical procedures will play in making them well • Develop care plans in accordance to patients» diseases and symptoms • Monitor and ensure that the care plan is being carried out in an effective manner • Resolve any problems that may affect the progression and efficacy of care plans • Foster peer support and expedite completion of tests • Review doctors» schedules and sync them with patients» appointments • Act as a liaison between care providers and patients • Take patient history and record information in preset hospital database • Work with medical staff to control disease symptoms • Create and implement disease management modules for chronic diseases • Obtain and verify insurance information • Explain the function of each health team member to patients and families • Document patient care initiatives and services on a constant basis • Ensure that appropriate referrals are made for patients not accepted for care • Schedule surgeries and prepare patient charts • Handle payment collection activities and transcribe clinical correspondence • Make sure that patients are kept aware of their progress • File and re-file patient records at the end of each shift • Ensure that all procedures are carried out in a time efficient manner and in accordance to patient care plans

• In depth knowledge of verifying billing accounts and verifying and correcting discrepancies • Strong background in facilitating prompt payments of invoices • Hands on experience in generating financial statements and reports in order to detail the status of accounts receivables • Proficient in soliciting payments from delinquent accounts by employing workable follow - up procedures • Considerable knowledge of evaluating patients» financial statuses and designing appropriate budget plans • Functional knowhow of reconciliation of clients» accounts on a periodic basis • Well versed in handling complex billing structures • Proven ability to interpret billing data and use it to make cost effective decisions • Familiar with popular accounting software such as Deltek • Working knowledge of ICD - 9, CPT and HCPCS • Sound knowledge base of medical terminology and its usage in billing terms • Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic billing environment prone to detail orientation • Capability of handling billing discrepancies in accordance to the rules and regulations of the organization • Comprehensive understanding of the protocols governing medical billing procedures • Able to build and maintain rapport with patients and insurance company personnel • Substantial knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid policies • Keen knowhow of medical billing and collection practices • Particularly effective in third party operating systems and basic medical coding procedures

• Complete focus on reviewing patients» bills for exactitude and integrity before punching correlating information it into the system • Demonstrated expertise in handling billing discrepancies by constantly checking and rechecking data • Inherent ability to effectively follow - up on patient copays and insurance companies to ensure timely payments • Qualified to evaluate patients» financial standing and establish payment plans accordingly, especially for delinquent accounts

Many times, medical offices will help self - pay patients by giving them special discounts or extended payment plans, depending on the amount of money owed and procedures performed.