#Dentalpractices

In this podcast, Amber Darst, our Dental Insurance Coordinator, discusses guidelines on #dentalsleepmedicine billing for #oralappliancetherapy. #Dentists treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) by using continuous positive airway pressure device (CPAP) or dental appliances, which reposition the lower jaw and tongue; and upper airway surgery to remove tissue in the airway, among other procedures. #Dentalpractices providing oral appliance therapy (OAT) can report it on their #medicalclaims using HCPCS codes and modifiers. #OAT is usually prescribed for mild and moderate sleep apnea when a patient does not tolerate a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) device. Outsource Strategies International (OSI) is an experienced #dentalbilling outsourcing company, providing the services of AAPC/AHIMA-certified coders and skilled billing specialists. Watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19O1ugcAw0Y

Prior authorization and predetermination are vital, when billing #dentalinsurances for a dental practice. These processes are based on the #dentaleligibility of the patient receiving a particular dental treatment or service, and the remaining benefits at the time it was issued. For most #dentalpractices, certain medically necessary dental services require advance pre-certification and the failure to obtain it may result in claim denial. At Outsource Strategies International (OSI), a Managed Outsource Solutions (MOS) service, we are experienced in providing comprehensive #dentalpreauthorization and predetermination services that help dental practitioners reduce the risk of claim denials, avoid unnecessary costs to the patient, and improve practice revenue with quicker reimbursement. Once the preauthorization is submitted, the team at our #dentalpre-certification company also performs regular follow-up calls, checking on the status of the request until an answer is received. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VaJzigg6fX0