π± The Future of Telehealth & Billing: What Private Practices Need to Know
π± The Future of Telehealth & Billing: What Private Practices Need to Know
Telehealth isn’t going anywhere. Patients love the convenience, payers are expanding coverage, and private practices that adapt are seeing stronger patient loyalty.
But here’s the challenge: billing and compliance for telehealth are not the same as in-office visits. Mistakes here can quietly drain your revenue.
π¨ Why Telehealth Matters More Than Ever
π§⚕️ Patient Demand — Over 60% of patients say they want telehealth as an option.
⏱ Convenience = Loyalty — Virtual visits reduce no-shows and keep schedules running smoothly.
π° Revenue Expansion — Telehealth lets you reach patients outside your usual radius.
⚠️ The Billing Pitfalls
Many practices are already losing money because of telehealth billing errors like:
❌ Using the wrong CPT codes → automatic denials
❌ Missing modifiers (like 95 or GT) → claims rejected
❌ Ignoring state-by-state variations → coverage gaps
❌ Skipping proper documentation → payers claw back payments
✅ Best Practices for Telehealth Billing
Verify Coverage Before the Visit — Always confirm with payers what’s covered.
Use Correct Modifiers — Telehealth requires specific ones, or you won’t get paid.
Stay Current — Rules change constantly for Medicare and private payers.
Document Like It’s In-Person — Time, consent, and encounter details must be in the chart.
π Don’t Forget Compliance
Telehealth platforms must be HIPAA & HITECH compliant. Using non-secure apps could put you at risk for fines andpatient trust issues.
π§ How Easy Revenue Solutions Helps
At ERS, we:
✔ Track payer-specific telehealth billing rules
✔ Optimize coding so you’re reimbursed properly
✔ Audit-proof your system for HIPAA compliance
✔ Streamline EHR workflows to save time
π The Bottom Line
Telehealth is no longer “optional.” Practices that embrace it today will see stronger patient relationships and more consistent revenue.
π Ready to make sure you’re billing telehealth correctly? Book your Free Revenue & Compliance Checkup here:
https://easyrevenuesolutions.net/contact
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