Publisher's Synopsis
Mastering Denial Management: A Physician Advisor's Playbook
By Stuart M. Hoffman, MD, FACS, CHCQM
In today's complex healthcare landscape, physician advisors play a critical role in safeguarding hospital revenue, ensuring compliance, and advocating for patient care. Mastering Denial Management: A Physician Advisor's Playbook is the definitive resource for navigating the intricacies of peer-to-peer (P2P) conferences and denial management.
Drawing from years of frontline experience, Dr. Stuart Hoffman offers a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of overturning insurance claim denials, empowering physician advisors to drive better patient outcomes and protect organizational revenue. This book delivers actionable strategies, real-world case studies, and expert insights into the evolving physician advisor role-bridging the gap between clinical expertise and administrative oversight.
Inside you'll discover:
- Proven frameworks for preparing and executing successful P2P conferences.
- Practical tools to interpret payer policies and align clinical documentation with insurance criteria.
- Strategies for crafting persuasive appeals grounded in clinical evidence and regulatory guidelines.
- Techniques to foster collaboration with insurance medical directors and mitigate denials proactively.
- Case studies that illuminate best practices and lessons learned from complex denial scenarios.
Whether you're a seasoned physician advisor or stepping into the role for the first time, this handbook provides the essential knowledge to excel in denial management, streamline workflows, and advocate confidently for patients and hospitals alike.
Embrace the opportunity to transform your hospital's financial health while reinforcing its commitment to exceptional patient care.
