Over 100 hospitals, health systems, and providers have jointly advocated for enhanced Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services oversight regarding Medicare Advantage (MA) denials. Premier Inc., a leading healthcare services company, spearheaded the initiative, urging CMS Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure to mandate thorough data collection on MA claim denials and enforce compliance with Medicare coverage guidelines.
Premier's survey findings underscored the severity of the issue, revealing that while 15% of claims to private payers are denied, Medicare Advantage claims face a slightly higher denial rate of 15.7%. Moreover, hospitals incur an average administrative cost of $47.77 per appeal for denied Medicare Advantage claims.
In their letter to CMS, the healthcare entities emphasized the importance of monitoring MA plans' expenditure on direct patient care to ensure alignment with beneficiaries' entitlements. Notable healthcare providers, including CommonSpirit Health, Ascension, and AdventHealth, joined the call for CMS action.
Our RCM team plays a vital role in supporting hospitals by analyzing denial patterns, identifying underlying causes, and implementing effective strategies to minimize denials. Leveraging our expertise in Medicare Advantage regulations, we facilitate efficient appeals processes and advocate for fair reimbursement, ultimately striving to alleviate financial burdens on hospitals and uphold patient care standards.
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