As we are heading towards ICD 10 implementation process, following steps will help the providers to maximize the insurance reimbursement:
- Documentation supports coding which is the basis of correct revenue and reimbursement. Otherwise a practice could be losing revenue
- Documentation is necessary for complying with quality measures
- Quality information supports care management and making sure protocols are followed
- Proper documentation supports proper payment and reduced denials
- Captures the level of risk and severity
- Patients deserve to have accurate and complete documentation of their conditions