A well-functioning revenue cycle is essential for Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) to effectively manage their finances, maximize revenue, and ensure the sustainability of their operations. Revenue cycle management (RCM) involves the process of tracking patient care from registration and appointment scheduling to the final payment of services rendered.
It includes capturing patient information accurately, verifying insurance coverage, coding services provided, submitting claims to payers, and following up on unpaid claims. Keep reading to learn more about how FQHCs can benefit from professional RCM services.