When practices invest in new technology, such as a practice management system (PMS) or an electronic medical record (EMR), they must be assured that these solutions provide optimal operability.

That’s why it is imperative that you choose open systems, which are designed to promote connectivity among a wide range of applications and services. Open systems provide maximum flexibility and efficiency, and also advance the true intent of the HIPAA legislation: to facilitate effective communications between provider and payer.

Some vendors, however, impose limits on the products and services that a practice can pair with their PMS or EMR. Instead of providing access to a full range of claims processing, revenue cycle management and other related systems, vendors may limit your choices and force you to settle for applications that may not adequately support your operational goals.

To avoid these restrictions, be attentive to efforts that might limit your access to these options. Challenge vendors that restrict choices and seek open systems that will allow you to adopt applications that best meet your needs. After all, the customer is always right.

Sincerely,

Jim Denny
President
jdenny@navicure.com

NAVICURE SUPPORTS PRACTICES PREPARING FOR THE MAY 2007 NPI DEADLINE
Most healthcare organizations across the country have May 23, 2007 circled on their calendars.

That’s the deadline for physician practices and payers to adopt standard unique identifiers – as required by the Administrative Simplification provisions of the 1996 HIPAA legislation.
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ADVANCED RCM FUNCTIONALITY ALLOWS PRACTICES TO AUTOMATE THE SUBMISSION OF SECONDARY CLAIMS
One of the most significant leaks in a practice’s revenue stream can be traced to secondary claims. Many practices decide not to pursue secondary claims revenue because the cost of manually processing secondary claims, in terms of employee time as well as printing and mailing expenses, outweighs the financial benefit.
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TAKE A LOOK AT NAVICURE'S NEW PAYER CONNECTIONS
Navicure is delighted to announce new additions to our payer list.
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NAVICURE ADDS NEW CFO
Navicure is pleased to welcome John Balch, CPA, as our new Chief Financial Officer. John joined the Navicure team in mid-July 2006.
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CLEARINGHOUSES: CONSIDER “COST” VERSUS “PRICE”
Authored by Todd Woods, Navicure’s Vice President of Business Development, this article stresses the benefits of comparing “cost” vs. “price” when considering a clearinghouse partner.

HSAS ADD NEW DIMENSION TO CLAIMS WORK
Feature article provides a snapshot of the claims automation space, and highlights Piedmont Medical’s use of Navicure solutions and the benefits realized. Navicure President Jim Denny is also quoted.

Be sure to mark your calendar for these upcoming conferences and events. We invite you to stop by the Navicure booth and introduce yourself!

August 30 – September 1
South Carolina MGMA
Westin Resort
Hilton Head, SC

September 13-15
North Carolina MGMA
Asheville, NC

September 14
Valley MGMA Vendor Faire
Modesto, CA

September 28-29
Ohio MGMA
Columbus, OH

September 29
Colorado MGMA
Sheraton Denver West Lakewood, CO