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We are inspired by our mission and motivated by our Core Values. Our teams believe that service comes first and rely on hard work and kindness as the bedrock of our success. Encouraging this mindset and guiding the business’ frontline is our executive leadership team. This blog series introduces the experts who fuel our innovation, […]
The revenue cycle refers to the series of activities and processes an organization goes through to generate revenue, from the initial customer interaction to the collection of payment. Effective revenue cycle management is crucial for an organization’s sustainability and financial health. EMS billing companies primarily aim to assist EMS providers with revenue cycle services. That […]
Learn about the differences between Bad Debt Allowance, Bad Debt Write-Off, and Contractual Allowances in EMS Finance and how they affect reimbursements.
Unravel the complexities of contractual allowance in ambulance billing. Understand the costs and processes involved in this unique aspect of the healthcare industry.
In EMS finance, write-offs are a common and necessary part of the EMS billing and reimbursement cycle. As an accounting practice, they adjust the accounts receivable balance for a multitude of reasons. This blog will define several of the most common medical billing write-off policies in the EMS revenue cycle. Contractual Allowance A contractual allowance […]
As with most aspects of the EMS industry, Medicare sets the standards for what constitutes medical necessity for ambulance transport. According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), medical necessity occurs when a patient has a medical condition for which other means of transportation are contraindicated. For ground ambulance services, Medicare assesses the medical necessity of emergency and non-emergency […]
Like BLS, ALS, and SCT, Emergency and Non-Emergency Transportation are categories of the Levels of Service provided by ambulances. The main difference between them is the need for immediate treatment, which determines the required equipment and personnel. According to the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI), most ground ambulance providers in Texas furnish both types of transportation. Emergency Ambulance Services – […]
Like BLS and ALS, Specialty Care Transport (SCT) is a category of the Levels of Service provided by ground ambulances. SCT-level transports are typically the interfacility transportation of a critically injured or ill patient. When is SCT needed? The most common reason a patient needs SCT is for transportation from one hospital to another medical facility. […]
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