How Effective Are You At Dispute?

Hard to believe, however, after more than a year and half since the NSA became law, we are still looking for a quick and fair resolution to disputes The challenge is, providers are initially underpaid and then often wait up to six months for a resolution from a process that has increased in cost Recent reports on the IDRprocess show outcomes have been favorable for providers, but are frequently too little, too late. Meanwhile, providers are also tasked with defending additional charges not included on Good Faith Estimates when a patient chooses to dispute charges that exceed the GFEby $400

In this episode, we define the dispute processes, offer suggestions to avoid disputes, and demonstrate how to access disputes when needed

CorroHealth?s ?No Surprises Act and Price Transparency, a New Monthly Series?was created to provide attendees with clarity around No Surprises Act, to answer questions, and get you on the best path for success. The series also clarifies payers?increased role in the process, the status of impactful legislation, and the processes providers should follow to comply

About Barbara Johnson, BSN, RN ?Senior Revenue Cycle Consultant

Leading the series is CorroHealth?s resident subject matter expert, Barbara Johnson, BSN, RN ?Senior Revenue Consultant

As a registered nurse Johnson worked in emergency medicine before transitioning into nursing administration She entered the specialty of Revenue Integrity as a nurse auditor where she expanded her knowledge of coding and revenue cycle compliance through membership in AAPCand HFMA Today, she is CorroHealth?s leading subject matter expert on NSA