Inflation is a persistent factor in all economic sectors and further accelerates the usual annual increases in healthcare costs. As a result, health plans of all types are turning to medical claim auditing services to review their claim payments. Much of it is to catch mistakes and recover overpayments. But it is also about tightening up claim payment infrastructure and preventing future mistakes. For large employers self-funding their benefit plans and facing enormous expenses, it’s clear why oversight and an added line of review are beneficial. Every method of assessing expenses and controlling costs is essential.
The coronavirus pandemic was an extraordinary (and unexpected) event that put the healthcare system globally under intense strain. In the United States, utilization and expenses skyrocketed, and there were legendary stories about overcharges and rip-offs. Auditors provide factual data to plan sponsors looking to compare against their claim administrators’ self-reporting. As thousands of claims are processed, even the most accurate systems can allow some things to fall through the cracks. When your audit firm has expertise in claim reviews, providers also take note when you request reimbursement for errors.
Coding and other complexities in medical billing make finding the right audit firm a must. General knowledge and systems don’t cut it for the multi-layered world of medical claims. On the other side of health care expenses, pharmacy benefit plans also have many details. It’s common for pharmaceutical companies to promise rebates and discounts, but are they being honored? Auditors who know how to take a close look can review what your plan is owed and help you see if it was credited. Over time, these details add to substantial sums of money. They also help your plan be well-managed and fair to all.
If you want to understand more about audit methods and systems, ask questions as you’re interviewing firms. Each has specific capabilities and strengths. You’ll do best when you match them to your plan’s needs and address any past challenges. Claim audits have evolved substantially during the past several years, and today’s systems and methods leave prior ones in the dust. When each claim is double checked, it’s far beyond what a random sample of yesteryear could have done. There’s also less human involvement as the electronic portion of a claim review covers more. You’ll be impressed with the data.
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