Neonatology Billing Services
Stars Pro professional neonatal billing services not only enhance revenue cycle management for neonatal healthcare providers but also plays an important role in reducing claim denials, ensuring timely reimbursement, and handling financial challenges commonly associated with neonatal care.
Neonatal Medical Billing Services
Stars Pro’s neonatology medical billing services team provides specialized support for neonatologists and NICUs, ensuring accurate and timely claims processing and maximizing revenue. Our neonatology medical billing specialists understands the complexities of neonatal billing and coding, and they are dedicated to helping practices optimize their financial performance.
Neonatology is a subspecialty of pediatrics that consists of the medical care of newborn infants, especially the ill or premature newborn. It is a hospital-based specialty, and is usually practiced in neonatal intensive care units. The principal patients of neonatologists are newborn infants who are ill or require special medical care due to prematurity, low birth weight, intrauterine growth restriction, congenital malformations (birth defects), sepsis, pulmonary hypoplasia or birth asphyxia.
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Stars Pro has neonatal medical billing always use the appropriate CPT code to make ensures maximum reimbursement for physician transport and payer specific codes for continuous hospital care at various critical care levels; low birth weight (LBW) or very low birth weight (VLBW).
Stars Pro AAPC certified coders review the CPT charge code assigned by the doctor and cross check the appropriate code for maximum reimbursement within the insurance carriers guidelines (HMO, PPO, Medi-Cal, CCS, etc.).
What Are Benefits of Neonatal Billing Services Outsourcing?
Outsourcing neonatal billing services offers a number of advantages that can significantly enhance the efficiency and financial health of your medical practice. By opting for neonatology billing outsourcing, healthcare providers can benefit from Stars Pro AAPC certified coders, ensuring accurate and compliant coding practices. Our dedicated billing team, with over 10 years of experience in neonatology billing, brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Our neonatology medical billing team is well-versed in the billing procedures specific to neonatology, ensuring precision in claims submissions.
What Are Components of Neonatology Billing?
Neonatal billing involves a complex set of components according to the unique healthcare needs of newborns. Key components include accurate coding for neonatal intensive care procedures, proper documentation of medical services provided to newborns, and attention to the specific requirements of insurance claims related to neonatal care.
Our neonatology billing services encompass considerations for any specialized equipment or medications administered during neonatal intensive care, ensuring meticulous attention to detail to facilitate smooth reimbursement processes for our healthcare providers.
What CPT Codes Are Used by Neonatologists in Neonatology Billing?
CPT Code 99460
This code is used for initial hospital care, per day, for the evaluation and management of a normal newborn infant. This code is often used for the initial assessment and management of a healthy newborn in the hospital setting.
CPT Code 99463
Anticipatory guidance and risk factor reduction counseling for caregivers in the hospital or ambulatory setting, individual counseling. Neonatologists use this code for providing guidance and counseling to caregivers on caring for a newborn, especially if there are specific risk factors involved.
CPT Code 99464
: Anticipatory guidance and risk factor reduction counseling for caregivers in the hospital or ambulatory setting, group (2 or more individuals). Similar to the previous code, 99464 is utilized when counseling is provided to a group of caregivers.
CPT Code 99465
Neonatal critical care, initial day. This code is applicable for neonatal critical care services provided on the first day of a neonate's admission to the intensive care unit.
CPT 99466
Neonatal critical care, subsequent days. Used for subsequent days of critical care services for neonates in the intensive care unit.
CPT 99467
Delivery room resuscitation of the newborn. Neonatologists may use this code to bill for resuscitation services provided to a newborn in the delivery room.
Why Neonatologists Use Stars Pro Neonatology Billing Services?
Neonatologists choose Stars Pro Neonatology Billing Services for several compelling reasons. Stars Pro specializes in neonatal billing, offering a depth of expertise and tailored solutions that align with the unique challenges of neonatal care. The comprehensive understanding of neonatology-specific codes, regulations, and insurance intricacies ensures accurate and efficient billing processes.
Stars Pro Neonatology Billing Services also stands out for its commitment to maximizing reimbursement for neonatologists. By leveraging their knowledge of neonatal coding and documentation requirements, Stars Pro helps neonatologists optimize revenue cycles, allowing them to focus more on providing critical care to newborns.
Furthermore, Stars Pro’s advanced technology infrastructure enhances the efficiency of billing workflows, reducing errors and minimizing delays in reimbursement. The dedicated support team at Stars Pro ensures that neonatologists receive personalized assistance, addressing any concerns and providing guidance on navigating the complexities of neonatal billing.
