Feb 25, 2010 | Medical billing basics
What is ICD?International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health ProblemsThe International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (commonly known by the abbreviation ICD) is a detailed description of known diseases and...
Feb 25, 2010 | Medical billing basics
How to Understand the Coordination of Benefits Rule in Health Insurance-The term Coordination of Benefits (COB) refers to group health insurance policies. Group insurance is designed to provide coverage for all major medical bills but not exceeding 100% of the total...
Feb 25, 2010 | Medical billing basics
What Is COBRA?COBRA insurance may be an option for health care coverage if you have been laid off.If your former employer has 20 or more employees, the company is required by a 1986 federal law to offer you the option to pay for an extension of your health insurance...
Feb 25, 2010 | Medical billing basics
How HMOs and PPOs DiffersThe following outline compares some of the features of HMOs and PPOs. These are general rules and you should speak with your human resources office at work or directly with your health plan. If you are in the process of deciding between...
Feb 25, 2010 | Medical billing basics
Pre CertificationA requirement that you obtain the insurance company’s approval before a medical service is provided. If you fail to follow the pre-certification procedures the company may reduce or deny claim payment. Please note: getting pre-certification does...
