The Impact of Front end Denials

In today's episode, we discuss the Impact of Front-End Denials to explore the significant repercussions of front-end denials in the revenue cycle. Join us as we delve into the causes, consequences, and potential solutions for reducing front-end denials. Experts and industry leader Maya Turner shares her insights and experiences, providing valuable knowledge to help organizations overcome this critical challenge.More about MayaWith over 27 years of comprehensive experience in healthcare coding and reimbursement, Maya Turner is a highly skilled professional known for her exceptional analytical abilities and extensive knowledge of AR management. Maya's expertise spans various domains, including inpatient and outpatient billing, E/M coding and compliance, SNF/LTC billing, DME, high-end collections, HCC coding (Medicare risk adjustment), commercial third-party payers, and Medicare Parts A and B, along with Medicaid.Maya's superior proficiency extends to outpatient medical records abstraction, encompassing multi-specialty and sub-specialty coding and compliance. She possesses a deep understanding of payer mix reimbursement, HEDIS, ICD-9, CPT, HCPCS, and (MDS 2.0) RUGS-III. Furthermore, Maya has a proven track record in designing coding and compliance curriculum, as well as delivering training tailored to address denial trends and analysis. Recently, she also obtained certification in ICD-10 training, further enhancing her already vast skill set.Maya Turner brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to the table, making her an invaluable asset in the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare coding and reimbursement. Her dedication to excellence and commitment to staying up-to-date with industry standards make her a trusted expert in optimizing revenue cycles and ensuring compliance in healthcare organizations.Episode Highlights: Understanding Front-End Denials Definition of front-end denials and their key characteristics. Discussion on why front-end denials occur and their impact on organizations. Causes of Front-End Denials Examination of the root causes behind front-end denials. Discussion on issues related to eligibility verification, prior authorization, and patient information accuracy. Strategies to Reduce Front-End Denials Identification of best practices and strategies to mitigate front-end denials. Implementing effective patient eligibility verification processes and tools.Learn more from our host and guest at the upcoming Practice Management Symposium on October 5th! Get Tickets Now!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthcare-inspired/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.