Hospital Access Management – February 1, 2021
February 1, 2021
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Physicians, Patients Rarely Discuss Cost: Registrars Can Help
A lack of knowledge and a discomfort discussing money leads everyone to steer conversations in other directions.
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Observation Status Is Issue in Claims Denials
Patient access should be documenting the true severity of a patient’s illness on day two or three of hospitalization. By that time, there is an actual diagnosis to support the need for admission.
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Stop Surprise Bills by Identifying Out-of-Network Status Much Earlier
Identify any out-of-network providers as early as possible while there is time to do something about it. Hospitals should be sure payor networks are aligned, and that nobody who is out of network with the coverage is going to end up caring for the patient.
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Despite Many Challenges, Patient Access Manages to Retain Staff
A career ladder and a sense of purpose might convince registrars to stick around.
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Patients Want Good Answers on Cost of Care
Price-shopping patients are not interested in gross charges that do not take their individual insurance into account. Read how one department created a tool that provides tailored, detailed estimates.
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How to Ease Financial Anxiety
Educate patients about insurance coverage and provide options for financial assistance programs — and do it early.
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Rural Hospitals Face Uphill Battle with Financial Viability
Lawmakers are plugging holes in a leaky boat while experts are calling for more comprehensive solutions.