Reimbursement Reduction
Any decrease in expected payment resulting from Medicare policies, LUPAs, claim denials, sequestration.
Definition
A Reimbursement Reduction is any decrease in expected payment resulting from Medicare policies, LUPAs, claim denials, sequestration, or payment adjustments.
Why it matters
Recognizing the causes of reimbursement reductions allows agencies to improve documentation and operational processes.
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