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Dangers of Waiving Patient Balances such as Coinsurance Deductibles, Copayments


Total Credits: 1 including 1 AOA Category 1-A Credit(s)

Average Rating:
   1701
State Associations:
MOA - Maine
Faculty:
Thomas Force, Esq.
Duration:
56 Minutes
Expiration:
Never Expires.


Description

*** Please note this program was a part of the MOA 's 2025 Midwinter Symposium. You will not want to choose this program if you completed this individual program as part of the MOA 2025 Midwinter Symposium. ***

Objectives:

1. Audience will understand payor fee forgiving and understand the payors position when it files audit.
2. Learn how a Provider can avoid fee forgiveness audits
3. Review drafting appeal and objection letters.

This session is accredited for a maximum of 1.0 AOA Category 1-A credits. Credits commensurate with participation in the session will be awarded.

MOA Grievance Policy: All grievances should be initially directed in writing to the MOA Executive Director by email to info@mainedo.org who will share them with the MOA's Program Committee. Grievances will receive a response within 30 days of receipt. If you do not receive a satisfactory response, you may notify the Council on Continuing Medical Education, AOA, 142 East Ontario St., Chicago, IL 60611.

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Faculty

Thomas Force, Esq.'s Profile

Thomas Force, Esq. Related Seminars and Products


Thomas J. Force is an attorney with significant experience in the healthcare and insurance industries. Mr. Force's background as a former U.S. Marine, Wall Street insurance litigator, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, and CEO of a revenue cycle company showcases a diverse and extensive career.

His expertise in healthcare revenue collection techniques, appeal strategies, and healthcare compliance makes him a valuable resource in the field. Additionally, his role on the Advisory Board at Hunter Business School, involvement with medical billing and coding students, and frequent speaking engagements at medical associations and healthcare organizations highlight his commitment to education and sharing knowledge in the industry.

Mr. Force focuses on a range of topics, including Effective Out-of-Network Work Flow, Successful Appeals Drafting, The Dangers of Waiving Patient Cost Share Responsibility, The No Surprise Act, and The Federal Anti-Kickback, Stark, False Claim Act, and HIPAA. In Short, Mr. Force has a comprehensive understanding of legal and compliance issues within the healthcare sector. His focus is protecting and defending the healthcare provider, and assisting with the generation of revenue for medical practices.

Thomas Force, Esq has no actual or potential conflict of interest, financial relationship/arrangement or affiliation with any entity producing, marketing, re-selling or distributing health care goods or services consumed by, or used on, patients.


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Total Reviews: 1701

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"very diverse and inclusive!. good data on OUD and excellent discussions on sinusitis and concussion"

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"Very well organized with topics that would be helpful to a primary care physician and providers."

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"The topics chosen were, for the most part, extremely important and timely. Most all the presenters were great and clearly showed passion for their topic. Overall, the conference was excellent."

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"Variety of topics, competent presenters"