Hi Violetta
I definitely agree with Brian, certainly as a starting point, understanding the coding/billing yourself is helpful.
The practice management book Brian/Tony/Dan wrote is amazing - found in the SMFM bookstore
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The SMFM Coding book is also available for purchase, or included if you attend one of the coding courses:
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Lastly, I would refer you to Frank or Brad through the consulting services -
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they would be able to advise you as to the pros/cons of utilizing a coding company and have suggestions/recommendations.
best,
Vanita
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Vanita Jain, MD
Chair, SMFM Coding Committee
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Original Message:
Sent: 04-02-2022 19:02
From: Brian Iriye
Subject: Can someone advise PLEASE
The best thing you can ever do is learn about billing and collections yourself. Hire an experienced biller, and watch metric (in the PM book). The easiest way to throw away money is to hire a billing company. They will only chase the easy stuff. Next, you HAVE to collect at time of service. If you dont, the best billing in the world will not be able to help.
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Brian Iriye
Original Message:
Sent: 04-01-2022 23:04
From: Violetta Lozovyy
Subject: Can someone advise PLEASE
Greetings,
Can someone please suggest or advise coding/billing compony that understands MFM Billing?
Thank you ALL!
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Violetta Lozovyy, MD
vlozovyy@highrisk-pregnancy.com
(214) 600-5015
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