I was doing some research for today's topic when I came across some embarrassing reading. It seems that medical billers are getting a bad name in the media lately. Errors in billing result in patients getting ridiculous bills in the mail that they can't pay. Even more frightening is the possibility that patients overpaid for their bill without even realizing it. It's amazing to me that hospital billers are making these careless mistakes. I understand we are human but there should be a system in place that checks other people's work before a bill is sent out in the mail for the patient to pay. Times are tough right now and every penny counts.
If you suspect you've been overcharged on your bill don't fret. There are people who can help you. The link below features a video about one woman who hired a medical billing advocacy group.
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Hi Jenn! I'm just starting to research medical coding as a possible career & found your YouTube video. Thanks for all the good info! How's your career (and marriage) going? barbarella :-)
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