How to solve the top three
claims denial problems
By Joni Lett, CPC
Everyone fears denied claims. There are many reasons an insurer might deny your claim, but the most
common billing errors are also the simplest and easiest to correct. The only way to prevent them is to be
aware of what those errors are. Understanding why medical claims are denied can help reduce these
incidents in your practice.
Incorrect patient identification information, which includes
incorrectly spelled names, dates of birth that do not match
and subscriber numbers that are missing or invalid
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Patient's coverage has been terminated
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Non-covered services
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Joni Lett, CPC, is a consultant medical coder for the FMA. Certified through the American Association of
Professional Coders, she has 15-plus years of billing and coding experience. If you need help solving a
thorny claims issue, let the FMA help. Call us at (800) 762-0233, and we'll assist you immediately.
