Question

3. Identify precautions for accepting the following types of payments: a. cash, b. check, c. credit card, d. debit card. (VII.C.3) 4. Describe types of adjustments made to patient accounts including: a non-sufficient funds (NSF) check, b.collection agency transaction, c.credit balance, d. third party. (VII.C.4) 5. Identify types of information contained in the patient's billing record. (VII.C. 5) 6. Explain patient financial obligations for services rendered. (VIL.C.6)

Answer 1

3. Following precautions need to be taken

Cash :- ensure payment by cash is mentioned on the case record . check the currency notes are proper and not torn or any defect. Always count cash before patient leaves the counter.

Cheque:- cheque is written in name of hospital with no any spelling mistakes. Note the cheque number and bank details for future. Write paid by cheque on patients file.

Credit card and debit card:- keep record of the card if required. Ensure that the amount is credited to the account.

5. Patients information in billing record

IdentigicIdent data of patient including name age and sex. Presenting complaints and diagnosis along with the treatment given in short. Also payment if by the third party is also mentioned on the record.