HMS Medical Billing Blogs

In the complex world of medical billing, time-based coding remains one of the most misunderstood—and consequently, o...

For newly graduated physicians or those transitioning to new practices, the credentialing process presents a significant c...

In facility-based healthcare billing, the UB-04 form stands as one of the most important documents in the revenue cycle. I...

Medical billing is a complex yet essential aspect of the healthcare industry, ensuring that healthcare providers receive a...

Many providers assume that being out-of-network automatically means fewer patients, unpredictable reimbursements, and cons...

Privacy is the foundation of trust in healthcare, forming the bedrock of the patient-provider relationship. In the context...

Every healthcare provider needs an NPI number to work in the healthcare system. Whether you’re starting your own pra...

Since the COVID-19 outbreak, telehealth has emerged as a cornerstone of healthcare delivery, enabling patients to access c...

Just imagine you visit a hospital for a medical procedure, carefully choosing an in-network facility to keep your costs ma...

In healthcare revenue management, every number tells a story. Claims are submitted, payments are processed, and adjustment...

Cost sharing is a fundamental concept that shapes how patients and providers interact financially. Among the key component...

Unpaid balances and delayed reimbursements are part of every medical billing operation, but knowing how to tackle them eff...

Low Utilization Payment Adjustment (LUPA) has long been a critical element in home health care billing, but its importance...

Hospice and Medicare coverage is one of those topics that many people don’t think about until they need to, and by t...

Healthcare is built on precision—not just in patient care but in the way that care is documented. Each note, diagnos...