Understanding Health Insurance: A Guide to Billing and Reimbursement (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781337554220
Author: Michelle A. Green
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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The difference between a remittance advice (RA) and an explanation of benefits (EOB) is:
The RA goes to the provider only and includes payment information.
The EOB goes to the provider.
The RA is sent to the patient and includes payment information.
The EOB contains payment information.
Private citizens can proceed against a provider that is in violation of the fraud and abuse laws through a whistleblower/qui tam lawsuit.
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An effective early offer program can help prevent litigation against providers over medical malpractice.
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