Jan 29, 2015
Why is clinical documentation and good medical coding important?
As we are heading towards ICD10 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