by Pete Crutchley | Nov 17, 2018 | Medical Billing News
The normal item when I get asked to review a consultant’s invoicing process is the potential for weakness in the area of records on his/her part. The filing system Sometimes, I’m presented with a carrier bag full of invoices, remittances, and receipts. My...
by Pete Crutchley | Nov 17, 2018 | Medical Billing News
This is one of the most frequently and misunderstood issues in the world of medical invoicing. Even if either way the result leads to an excess invoice being required and sent to the patient, it is important the difference is understood. The gynaecologist concerned...
by Pete Crutchley | Oct 2, 2018 | Medical Billing News
Many private consultant surgeons do not appreciate remittances sent to them are important. They are not just for tax reasons. They are not just to keep the accountant happy. There is a time-critical reason too. What does remittance advice do? A remittance advice...
by Pete Crutchley | Oct 1, 2018 | Medical Billing News
I argue with medical insurance companies all the time. Let me, however, be very specific about when and why I argue with them. I argue with them when I think they are wrong or when I think they have made a mistake. Real-Life Example A real example will illustrate why...
by Pete Crutchley | Sep 28, 2018 | Medical Billing News
What on earth is that? A couple of examples recently where consultants who have tried to base their fees on the best rate available. Take the consultant who realises that PMI company Num 1 pay £300 for a procedure whereas PMI company 2 pay £400. He decrees he...