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What Technologies Support Payers With Claims Management Processes?

October 17, 2023 - Claims management is an integral part of the healthcare process as it determines how much providers receive in reimbursement, what costs health plans will cover, and what patients ultimately owe for their care. After providing care, healthcare providers must code the services and submit a claim to the patient’s health insurance plan. Once they receive the claim, payers review and...

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