The workers' compensation claims are governed by a completely different body of rules than the typical health insurance. Treatment must be preceded by authorization, recordings are more detailed, and payments may be pending for months due to disputes between employers, insurers, and attorneys. Most practices do not have the bandwidth to pursue aggressively all open accounts. This is the reason why now organized workers compensation collections for doctors have become a key component of operating a financially well-adjusted practice. With an appropriate procedure and consistent follow-up, practices will recover outstanding balances sooner and will cease to incur losses on care that was fully authorized and delivered appropriately.
Treating Injured Workers Is the Easy Part Getting Paid for That Care Is Where Most Practices Struggle
by Halena Pill -
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