Six Myths of Chiropractic BillingWelcome to Billing Buddies YouTube and Podcast series. In this episode, we will be discussing six myths of chiropractic billing. Billing Buddies has been doing chiropractic billing for 25 years and over the ye

Changing of the Codes; ICD-10 and CPT Codes

Feb 4th, 2019 4m 43s

Changing of the Codes; ICD-10 and CPT CodesWelcome to Billing Buddies YouTube and Podcast series. In this episode, we will be discussing the annual changing of the codes; particularly, the ICD-10 and CPT codes.Healthcare professionals, med

Insurance and Credit Cards - Streamlining Your Cash Flow in the New Year

Jan 5th, 2019 3m 29s

Insurance and Credit Cards – Streamlining Your Cash Flow in the New YearWelcome to Billing Buddies YouTube and Podcast series. In this episode, we will be discussing streamlining your cash flow in the New Year by obtaining current insurance

Billing Buddies ® Medical Billing and Consulting Services

Dec 25th, 2018 56s

Need medical billing services? "Buddy Up with The Best" Est. 1994 ® - Billing Buddies ® Call or Text (612) 432-2366 or email bonnie@billingbuddies.com.

Chiropractic ABN's

Dec 25th, 2018 4m 9s

Chiropractic ABN’sWelcome to Billing Buddies YouTube and Podcast series. In this episode, we will be discussing Chiropractic ABNs. First, let’s define an ABN. An ABN is an abbreviation of a Medicare form known as the Advanced Beneficiary

Chiropractors Must Bill Medicare

Apr 28th, 2018 3m 57s

Chiropractic is one of the specialties that are required to have a contract in order to treat Medicare patients. If a chiropractor does not have a Medicare contract, they are required to refer Medicare patients to another chiropractor who does

Replacing Modifier 59 with X-Codes

Apr 28th, 2018 3m 44s

Are you still using Modifier 59? CMS replaced modifier 59 on January 1, 2015.First, what is Modifier 59? Modifier 59 is used in medical billing to override the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits which CMS created in the first plac

Effective Follow-up Processes for Medical Billing

Apr 25th, 2018 5m 2s

Following-up on unpaid claims can be one of the most frustrating parts of medical billing. Follow-up really trails the old 80/20 principle. 80% of the claims get paid the first time, but the 20% that don’t get paid the first time takes 80% of

How to Bill Railroad Medicare

Mar 20th, 2018 5m 40s

Railroad Medicare has a different carrier to submit Part B claims. This podcast will walk you through the steps of getting your Railroad Medicare PTAN and signing up to submit your claims via EDI through your clearinghouse.

Medical Billing - Getting the Proper Signatures on File

Mar 19th, 2018 5m 31s

Many clinics understand how to complete the CMS 1500 form or submit their claims electronically. But, many don't understand that Boxes 12 and 13 of the claim form states you indeed have the proper signatures on file to submit the claims and ca

Medicare Policy Numbers Changing

Jul 14th, 2017 5m 4s

Are you ready for the Medicare number change? This podcast will help you to prepare your staff and your patients. Billing Buddies strives to help healthcare providers in billing and compliancy issues. Our hope is the healthcare providers wil

How healthy are your Accounts Receivables?

Jun 13th, 2017 3m 5s

Do you know how healthy your accounts receivables are? There is a formula to figure your "Days in A/R" or the number of days it takes you to turn your money. Listen to our podcast and learn how to figure your Days in A/R.

59 Modifier Replaced by X-Modifiers

May 22nd, 2017 2m 28s

This podcast reviews the MedLearn Matter MM9963 article stating the 59 modifier has been replaced with four X-codes. The 59 modifier can still be used but only if a more specific X modifier cannot.

Charge for your Medical Records

May 15th, 2017 4m 27s

Why are you sending medical records for free? There is a Federal Rule allowing you to charge. Find out the details in our video.

New Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) Released March 2017

Apr 20th, 2017 5m 41s

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has released a New Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) in March 2017. It's to be effective June 21, 2017. Listen and learn more about the purpose of the form and how to complete it.

Auto and WC Denials

Apr 6th, 2017 2m 6s

This podcast reviews how to handle billing if a liability insurance denies.

Medicare Coding, Charting and Billing for Chiropractic

Mar 29th, 2017 10m 44s

This podcast reviews the Medicare LCD guidelines for chiropractic billing. If you need assistance, we offer private coaching for $199. Please text or call Bonnie at 612.432.2366.

Compliance Manual

Mar 22nd, 2017 2m 35s

This podcast discusses the history of the OIG Compliance Plan and how to become compliant.

Checks and Balances

Feb 17th, 2017 3m 17s

Do you perform a checks and balance at the end of the day for your charges and payments? This podcast tells you how.

How to Increase Your Cash Flow

Feb 6th, 2017 3m 24s

This podcast explains to clinics the difference between patient balances, contract insurance balances and non-contract insurances and how to bill each bucket appropriately.

Online Social Media Marketing

Jan 17th, 2017 3m 6s

The days of marketing via the yellow pages, direct mail or phone are gone. Email marketing has almost exhausted itself as well. This video is about Online Social Media marketing and it features one of the geniuses, Jerry Banfield. Check out

Par, Non-Par and Limiting Charges for Providers - Oh My!

Jan 16th, 2017 5m 35s

This video discusses the differences between PAR and Non-PAR providers along with limiting charges.

Set Yourself Up to be Successful

Jan 13th, 2017 3m 13s

This podcast reveals how to setup your billing staff to be successful in their jobs.

Medicare Post Payment Review

Jan 13th, 2017 3m 30s

This podcast reveals the details behind a chiropractic post payment review and how to deal with Medicare now and in the future to prevent issues.

No Opt Out Rule - Medicare

Jan 11th, 2017 4m 8s

This podcast tells why you must either be a Medicare provider to treat Medicare patients or you need to refer them to another provider that accepts Medicare. It's called the "No Opt-Out Rule".