What is an NPI, difference NPI 1 VS 2?
Established in May of 2007 the NPI Registry is an administrative simplification mandate of HIPAA. An NPI 1 (National Provider Identifier) is the number issued to a practitioner by NPPES NPI Registry. It is the unique number that identifies you the medical provider in a standard way and will be used in the course of […]
In-House Doctor Credentialing VS. Outsourcing
There are many areas of your healthcare practice that can be taken care of in-house. Many medical professionals choose to have their billing, coding, and transcription services taken care of on-site. While not as cost-effective as outsourcing, hiring a dedicated staff member to help you with these duties is convenient and can save time. So […]
Doctor Credentialing With Hospitals And Insurance Companies
When Hospitals And Insurance Companies Want To Work With A Physician, They Must Engage In A Process Known As Doctor Credentialing. Doctor Credentialing Helps Hospitals And Insurance Companies Choose The Best Doctors With Whom They’d Like To Work. During The Credentialing Process, Experienced Investigators Dig Deep Into The Physician’s History, Acting As Medical Detectives. Hospitals […]
CLIA Certification
Laboratory testing is an important part of the daily operations of any medical practice. It helps monitor patient health, detect and prevent disease, and allows