1. Why Outsource Medical Coding to
a Reliable Company
Medical coding is a comprehensive
process, requiring a lot of hard work and
attention to detail. Busy healthcare
entities often find it difficult to balance
their patient care and administrative
responsibilities. This is the reason why
outsourcing medical coding to reliable
service providers has become so popular.
When the complex task of medical
coding and billing is taken care of, medical practitioners have considerably
less workload and more quality time on their hands to spend on core
activities.
• Reliability of Service
Reputable medical coding companies are a great support to physicians.
These firms can deliver you quality work at the right time, in accordance
with your requirements. Customized medical coding solutions are provided
for almost all medical specialties. Efficiency of medical coding is ensured
with the help of skilled and certified medical coders.
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2. • Security and Confidentiality
Security and confidentiality of patient information is assured by a dedicated
medical coding outsourcing company. HIPAA compliant medical coding
companies have several security measures in place to make sure that the
sensitive patient information entrusted to them does not fall into the wrong
hands. Apart from the security ensured for physical storage of data, these
companies take special care when transferring data as well.
• State-of-the-art Infrastructure and
Thoroughly Professional Staff
Medical coding companies that have long term experience in the industry
and a proven track record will have state-of-the-art infrastructure and
professional staff to provide reliable services. A 3 level QA assurance policy
is adopted to ensure accurate medical coding. Error free medical coding and
billing will enable healthcare professionals to obtain maximum
reimbursement.
Some of the Reliable Solutions
• Hospital / in-patient coding
• Emergency room e-code evaluation
• Medical coding audits
• Backlog coding resolution services
• DRG/ICD-9-CM coding validations
• CPT medical coding
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3. • ASCs – Ambulatory Surgical Centers Coding
• ICD-9 coding based on AMA and CMS guidelines
Advantages of Outsourcing Medical Coding
• Clean claims and fewer denials
• Ease of submitting and retrieving documents
• Greater rate of accuracy
• Certified in-house coding specialists
• Regular QA checking with readily available reports
• Regular feedback on your documentation and coding changes
• 100% HIPAA compliance
• Faster TAT
• No capital investment
How to Find a Reliable Medical Coding Company
The internet is a good resource to locate a reliable medical coding
company. Visit individual company websites to learn more about the kind of
services provided. Consider client testimonials to have a clear idea of the
quality of service. Usually dedicated companies offer free trial of their
services that will help you evaluate the service quality. Choose a medical
coding firm that offers customized services and quick turnaround time.
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4. For More Information:
OutSource Strategies International
United States Main Office
8596 E. 101st Street, Suite H
Tulsa, OK 74133
Phone 800-670-2809
http://www.outsourcestrategies.com
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