FQHC Blog posts

Every healthcare facility relies on a steady cash flow to run smoothly, and at the forefront of every robust revenue cycle is efficient coding, billing, and compliance. By outsourcing FQHC medical billing, you can streamline your processes and increase efficiency, turning your billing department into one of the most profitable areas of your business. The […]

Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) medical billing is an essential and complex part of the revenue cycle, requiring diligent attention to the details of documentation, coding, and regulations. Taking the necessary steps to optimize the billing process ultimately optimizes reimbursement for an FQHC. Experts in FQHC coding and billing understand the intricate nature of the […]

Federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) are funded by the government and provide necessary care to those who live in underserved areas, or for those with little to no insurance coverage.  Accuracy is a key component of FQHC medical billing services to ensure the facility remains compliant and can continue providing valuable services that result in […]

Accurate FQHC billing is key to successfully reimbursing your facility’s rendered services. From using the correct CPT codes and modifiers to staying up to date on changes in billing regulations, there are proactive steps you can take to ensure cleaner claims and faster payments.  Here are five tips to avoid errors and accelerate your billing […]

Healthcare is constantly changing to remain beneficial and effective for patients, and for hospitals and facilities to provide excellent care. The cost of healthcare is also a factor for patients who are uninsured or underinsured, so coordination and continuity of care is a challenge. Community health centers (CHC), which are under the umbrella of federally […]

Staffing shortages affect so many aspects of healthcare, from the delivery of patient care to the ability of an organization to retain quality talent. The pandemic is certainly a factor in recent staffing shortages, but shortages have been brewing for decades. Rural hospitals and facilities face staffing challenges now more than ever, but there are […]

Whether a rural hospital or a surgical center, any healthcare organization’s primary focus is quality patient care, but for your facility to achieve success, you must prioritize financial health too. A healthy revenue cycle can help your facility grow and better serve patients. Outsourcing medical billing can help you achieve the most accurate and efficient […]

The newly enacted American Rescue Plan centers on the ongoing battle against the COVID-19 pandemic and rebuilding the economy amidst the public health crisis. This means that the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief plan will impact hospitals and other primary healthcare providers fighting the virus and have implications for health systems, including new coverage policies.  With […]

By Allison Bloom, Director of Coding Operations, and Lisa Messina, Corporate Compliance Officer, FQHC Division of Coronis Health Updated February 5th, 2022 to include new Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccine codes and information in advance of FDA EUA approval. The COVID pandemic has had tremendous emergent impact upon medical care, testing, and supplies. In response, the AMA’s […]

Updated December 22, 2020: The COVID pandemic has had tremendous emergent impact upon medical care, testing and supplies.  In response, the AMA’s CPT Editorial Panel has had to rapidly create and establish new CPT codes for COVID reporting, tracking and analysis to support data-driven planning and resource allocation. On December 12, 2020, the Pfizer COVID […]