As outlined by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Complying with Medical Record Documentation Requirements remains critical to senior care success.
Proper documentation:
Specific to claims reimbursement, CMS identified the top five reasons for errors. Note, two are related to documentation.
So, what does insufficient documentation mean?
And, what are the consequences of improper documentation?
Improper documentation disrupts the revenue cycle, which results in loss of financial revenue. CMS claim denials also cost your staff time, requiring them to:
Secondarily, if your order for item/service is illegible, your patient care suffers.
What are some tips for improved documentation?
Where can I get more information regarding CMS claims errors, including documentation?
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