🩺 The Hidden Cost of “Quick Fix” Billing — And Why It’s Hurting Your Practice More Than You Think
🩺 The Hidden Cost of “Quick Fix” Billing — And Why It’s Hurting Your Practice More Than You Think Most private practices don’t lose money because of one big mistake. They lose it because of hundreds of tiny “quick fixes” that happen every single day. A skipped eligibility check. A code that gets guessed instead of verified. A denied claim that gets resubmitted without correcting the actual problem. A patient balance pushed to “later” because the line is long. These decisions feel small. They feel harmless. They feel like “normal practice flow.” But these quick fixes add up — and over time, they quietly drain thousands from your practice without you ever seeing the loss. Let’s break down why. 🚨 The “Quick Fix” Culture Inside Most Practices Your staff isn’t trying to make mistakes. They’re trying to survive the day. The phone is ringing. Patients are checking in. Insurance questions keep coming. Claims are piling up. The doctor needs help. So shortcuts happen. Not bec...