Reduced Coding Denial Rate to Below 3% for a Small Family Medicine Practice

Client Overview:

A small family medicine practice in Georgia, facing high rates of coding errors that led to frequent claim denials.

Challenges Faced:

  • Frequent coding errors leading to rejections
  • Delays in reimbursement due to incorrect coding
  • Inconsistent coding practices across multiple providers

PhysiAssist’s Plan of Action:

  • Comprehensive Coding Audit: Conducted a thorough review of the practice’s coding practices, identifying frequent errors and areas for improvement.
  • Real-Time Coding Assistance: Introduced AI-powered coding tools to assist coders in making accurate and compliant coding decisions.
  • Staff Training and Workshops: Provided coding workshops to staff, focusing on best practices and payer guidelines for common family medicine procedures.
  • Continuous Monitoring: Set up a system for ongoing auditing to ensure coding consistency and reduce errors in future submissions.

Results:

  • Reduced coding denials to below 3%
  • Increased reimbursement efficiency
  • Improved practice revenue with accurate and timely coding

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