(April 2021) – Nick Bauer, Altruis
Can you leverage the COVID-19 vaccinations to help address other issues?
Do you have new patients receiving vaccinations that haven't seen a doctor in years? Now is your chance to meet with these patients and address their overall health. In some cases, organizations have been able to identify patients that have not been to the doctor before their scheduled vaccination visit. This provides the opportunity for a more thorough examination to address any health concerns the patient may have. By identifying these opportunities, organizations are providing a better service to their communities and contributing to the overall health of our country.
Did you know there are special requirements for billing Medicare Advantage for COVID-19 vaccinations?
Medicare Advantage members' COVID-19 vaccines must be billed directly to Medicare. This may require searching for the correct Medicare ID, as opposed to using the existing Medicare Advantage ID that is currently on file. Reimbursements will come back through Medicare cost reports.
Is billing for the COVID-19 vaccine causing issues within your revenue cycle?
Many organizations are finding their revenue cycle management teams are overwhelmed by an increased volume related to COVID-19 vaccinations. Altruis assists organizations with supplemental billing resources to help with the volume associated with COVID-19. This allows clients to maintain their focus on the core RCM billing without getting overwhelmed.
Nick Bauer is vice president of sales with Altruis. Altruis provides hospitals with the tools to capture Medicaid revenue from patients that might not have been previously identified as qualifying for Medicaid. Contact Nick Bauer at (502) 608-3346 or nbauer@altruis.com to learn more.