In the United States, serving uninsured and under-insured patients has always been a cornerstone of the mission of community health centers, including FQHCs. But for patients who lack insurance and/or […]
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How to improve your collections process with 5 easy changes
In today’s medical billing world of keeping up with regulatory issues (like ICD 10 changes), it is imperative to have the right staff and workflow challenges and to have the […]
Read MoreWhat Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) Need to Know About the 340B Drug Program
While healthcare funding and new regulations continue to evolve, there can often be confusion about various programs for federally funded centers on how these programs intersect. For safety-net providers like […]
Read MoreAre You Down with PPS?
If you are currently billing to Medicaid or Medicare, you are likely familiar with the Prospective Payment System (PPS) outlined by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). For […]
Read MoreCoding Productivity During ICD-10 Transition Matters. Practical Resource for Local Health Departments
As the October 1st ICD-10 changeover date quickly approaches, people are on edge about what to expect. While the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the American Medical […]
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