Patient Registration

Accurate capture of patient details is perhaps one of the most under-rated processes in the revenue cycle process chain. Not only does the data captured in the demographic entry process form the base for the medical record, but it also affects insurance claims payment. Error-free capture of patient information is essential for clean claim submission and facilitates quick claims processing by Payers. The front-office at the place of service should accurately capture the patient information, either via paper-based registration processes or via the scheduling system. Accurate information about the patient is critical to ascertain the patient's eligibility and benefits, obtaining prior authorization, and error-free claims filing. Additionally, population health analytics is possible only by utilizing accurate patient information.