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Unlocking Revenue Potential: Why CARC Codes Are Essential for Denial Management
RCM Medical coding
🟢 Cardiology Billing Services
Specialized Cardiology Billing Services That Accelerate Cash
Our customized RCM services address billing challenges from patient registration to final payment - improving cash flow and minimizing administrative burdens
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Avg Time to Insurance Payment
22%
Medical Necessity Denial Rate
$8.9M
Total Charges Submitted
Overview
The Complexity of Cardiology Billing
Cardiology billing presents unique hurdles due to high‑cost treatments, frequent insurance authorizations, and ever‑evolving payer rules. Advances in cardiovascular care—from interventional cardiology to hybrid procedures—have introduced more intricate ICD‑10, CPT, and HCPCS coding requirements
Key Distinctions in Cardiology Coding
Our certified coders specialize in the complex differences between congenital and noncongenital cardiac procedures. We manage specific modifiers (e.g., -59, -51, -RT, -LT) and handle diagnostic locations (e.g., cath lab vs. outpatient) to ensure precise billing. Through super bill customization, we capture every payable service accurately, whether it’s CABG, PCI, EP testing, or device implants
Ways to Enhance Cardiology Billing
• Effective cardiac medical billing starts with meticulous front‑end processes: • Insurance Verification: Collect and validate all coverage details upon scheduling. • Diagnostic Inclusion: List all relevant tests or labs when referring patients. • Payer Criteria: Check pre‑certification rules for high‑value or interventional procedures. • Authorizations: Confirm referral requirements and approvals before the visit. • By addressing these elements proactively, you minimize claim denials and protect your revenue stream.
Our Expertise to Match Your Cardiology Services
We streamline cardiology billing with expert coding, reduced denials, secure data management, custom charge capture, and reimbursement tracking
Our Billing & Coding Expertise in Cardiology
• Expert Coders: CMS & AMA-compliant coding • Nationwide Service: 21+ states covered • Seamless Integration: EHR-friendly workflow • Certified Accuracy: AAPC-certified team
The Value of Outsourcing Your Cardiology Billing
• Higher Revenue: Capture all allowable charges • Less Admin: We handle billing & compliance • Flexible: Scales for any practice size • Stay Compliant: Up-to-date with coding changes
Operations
A Streamlined, End‑to‑End Approach to Cardiology Billing
Our operational framework unites front‑end checks (insurance verifications, authorizations) with back‑end revenue cycle tasks (denial management, payment posting, compliance). By aligning each phase of the cardiology billing process, we help you maintain consistent cash flow and minimize high‑dollar claim rejections
Front‑End Scheduling & Authorization
We gather patient demographics, confirm policy specifics, and manage pre‑certification steps. This upfront diligence reduces unexpected denials and ensures smoother scheduling for complex cardiology procedures
Accurate Documentation & Code Assignment
Content –Our coding team verifies medical records against ICD‑10, CPT, and HCPCS guidelines, differentiating between congenital and noncongenital conditions. We capture all relevant modifiers, location codes, and procedure details to produce clean, first‑pass claims
Claims Submission & Super Bill Customization
We integrate EHR documentation into a custom cardiology super bill, then submit electronic claims securely via 837P/837I forms. This streamlined submission flow expedites payer processing and reduces the risk of front‑end rejections.
Denial Management & Appeals
If rejections arise, our specialized denial team analyzes payer feedback, corrects any coding or documentation gaps, and files appeals promptly. By targeting high‑value cardiology claims first, we quickly stabilize your revenue stream
HIPAA‑Compliant Document Management
We use robust encryption and security protocols to safeguard patient information. Regular HIPAA audits and staff training maintain compliance, ensuring your cardiology practice meets all privacy standards
Continuous Improvement & Performance Reporting
We provide monthly and quarterly performance dashboards, tracking metrics like denial rate, days in AR, and net reimbursement. These insights guide iterative enhancements, keeping your cardiology billing operations efficient and profitable
Testimonials
Client Success Stories
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Once we have securely received your patient and encounter data, we code, review, and submit claims to payers. We manage appeals and denials, track payments, and provide regular updates. Our process is designed to be efficient and transparent.
Our certified coders and billing specialists review every claim carefully. We use quality‑control checks, regular coding audits, and payer‑specific validation to reduce coding errors and the risk of denials.
Our denial‑management team reviews each denied claim to identify root causes. We correct issues, resubmit claims promptly, and, when needed, pursue appeals with payers to maximize reimbursement.
We offer flexible pricing tailored to client needs — including fixed fees, per‑claim pricing, or percentage‑of‑collections models depending on volume and services required. Contact us for a custom quote.
Yes. We specialize in seamless transitions from in‑house systems or other vendors. To ensure secure data migration, our team works closely with you and provides training as needed.
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