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The One Source Medical Billing blog section provides informative articles relating to the medical billing field. This section is administered and maintained to offer information and suggestions from the experts at One Source Medical Billing. Our mission is to inform and educate you with the latest developments in the Medical Billing field.

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Role of Encounter Forms in Provider Records and Billing

December 22nd, 2023

On average, a doctor works around 51.4 hours a week, seeing around 11-20 patients a day. With these numbers, it’s challenging for hospitals to efficiently keep track of patient information without proper staff or encounter forms. Comprehensive and organized medical records are the cornerstone of effective management of a healthcare facility and delivering high-quality care. Encounter […]

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Free Standing Emergency Rooms Billing Services And Your Need To Outsource

December 21st, 2023

Freestanding ER may be a new trend in the healthcare industry, but they have been around for ages. The purpose of freestanding emergency departments is to provide emergency care beyond the four walls of a healthcare facility.  Emergency room billing is a major contribution to a hospital’s total workload, and managing patient care and physician […]

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Physician Credentialing Importance In Healthcare Improvement

December 19th, 2023

According to a recent survey, 26% of physicians state that patients can be potentially protected against malpractice and other medical errors with the help of physician credentialing.  Medical or provider credentialing extends beyond the assessment of a provider’s academic achievements, it encompasses a comprehensive evaluation of their experience, clinical skills, and ethical standing. Credentialing in […]

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Medicare 8 minute Rule Billing: Also Known As Direct Time CPT Codes

November 30th, 2023

Underbilling is a serious issue in the healthcare industry, and one primary cause is the providers’ lack of knowledge regarding Medicare rules. One commonly understudied Medicare rule is the 8 minute rule. At first glance, the Medicare 8 minute rule seems fairly straightforward; treatments are billed to Medicare in units, and treatment must last no […]

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Medical Practice Management Software: Various Uses For Maximizing Healthcare Efficiency Including Billing Tasks

November 29th, 2023

People belonging to the healthcare industry, whether therapists, direct care practitioners, specialists, or chiropractors, all know that the realm of medical practice is extremely fast-paced.  Managing all operations from the front desk to the back office can be considerably challenging for healthcare organizations. But this is where a Medical Practice Management Software, also known as […]

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Physician Fee Schedule Policy Changes: Lookup Medicare PFS Proposed Rule

November 28th, 2023

The Medicare physician fee schedule dictates how services rendered by healthcare providers are compensated under the Medicare program for their services.  Centers for Medicare and Medicaid regularly update the physician fee schedule to align with technological changes and concurrent transformations within the healthcare industry.  Some exciting transformations are awaiting the healthcare landscape in the upcoming […]

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