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7 Requirements of a Reputable Statement Procurement Vendor

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If you have been using a third-party statement procurement vendor to handle the billing process for your medical practice but aren’t quite satisfied with its services — there’s no reason to put up with providers that don’t meet all your needs. Or, maybe you or your staff have been spending too much time on processing medical bills, and you’re always second-guessing whether you’re adhering to all the regulations governing data processing and privacy — it’s time to consider using a third-party billing solution to simplify your operation. Some medical practices may be reluctant to switch their printing, mailing, and/or payment service provider. We get it… it sounds complicated! You have to transfer all your patient information, re-create your statement templates, learn new software, and re-train your staff. When this process isn’t orchestrated properly, it could be slow and error-prone. However, the cost of not having a streamlined and efficient billing process is even hi

Is Your Medical Billing Process GDPR Compliant?

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Use a  HITRUST Certified  medical billing service to help you stay compliant at all times GDPR has caused quite a stir in many organizations that handle sensitive information. In the medical industry, GDPR once again brought the concern over the protection of patient information to the forefront. What’s GDPR and Why Should You Care? GDPR  stands for the General Data Protection Regulation and is enforced by the European Union (EU) to protect the personal data of its citizens. It’s one of the most rigorous data protection policies and designed to give EU citizens more control over their personal data. If you’re a medical provider in the US, you may wonder if you have to worry about GDPR. Even though you’re not required to adhere to GDPR if your patients are  living in the US  (even if they’re EU citizens,) you’ll be affected if just one of your patients moves (or returns) to the EU. Given the hefty penalties associated with non-compliance — a fine as much as 10 mill