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The MSN Difference

 

MSN achieves extraordinary results and separates itself from its competitors by:

 

  1. Capturing all charges and reports and verifying the accuracy of the data capture
    • Comparing information received from a site of service with a log of exams or a schedule of the services provided
  2. Coding procedures from the physicians' documentation only
    • Working daily to communicate how documentation may be improved to optimize collections
  3. Confirming receipt of electronic claims
  4. Editing payments as they are posted
    • Loading negotiated fee schedules into the billing system
    • Incorrect payments cannot be posted automatically, requiring manual intervention
  5. Implementing aggressive denial management protocols
    • Billing personnel take action on all claims that are denied, including researching medical necessity issues
  6. Maintaining an in-house collections department
    • Patients are telephoned with a request for payment, either in full or through a coupon payment plan
    • Credit card payments are encouraged
  7. Downloading files directly to the group's collection agency of choice
    • Working collaboratively with the agency in resolving outstanding balances
    • 6 to 8 percent of the total amount MSN turns to a collection agency are collected, on average
  8. Negotiating managed care agreements
    • Realize competitive reimbursements that are based on a methodology other than a multiple or percentage of Medicare, for example a conversion factor with an inflation factor
    • Address other contractual issues that impact billing and collections, including timely filing limits, ability to unilaterally change contract terms, and the comprehensive provision of procedures that require pre-authorization
  9. Leveraging the most forward-thinking technology
    • Real-time, relational database system allows for true visibility into your practice’ performance on a continual basis
    • Efficient electronic processing and work list oriented follow up tools
    • On-line patient payments
    • Unique Physician Portal for enhanced and effective communication between your physicians and our staff
  10. Ensuring the billed charge fee schedule is competitive
    • Based on a comparison with regional and national norms
    • No money is left on the table.