Purpose
The Billing Report in DocNow is designed to facilitate accurate and efficient billing by providing detailed, encounter-level data. It captures essential patient information, service details, and insurance data, forming a crucial part of the billing and reimbursement processes for providers attending skilled nursing facilities.
Note: This report only returns data for submitted charges. Draft charges are not returned/displayed.
Audience
- Billers
- Clinicians
- Administrators
Report Details
The Billing Report includes detailed information regarding each patient encounter grouped by facilities and providers. It encompasses both billable and non-billable services and provides a comprehensive dataset necessary for billing and reimbursement activities.
Filters
| Filter Name | Description |
| Facility | Multi-select dropdown for all active facilities. When this report is available to providers only associated facilities will be shown in this dropdown. Admins will have access to all active facilities regardless of association. |
| Provider | Multi-select dropdown for all active providers. When this report is available to providers only the current user and their associated providers will be shown in this dropdown. Admins will have access to all active providers regardless of association. |
| Date of Service | The date range for queried results. |
Data Fields in the Billing Report
| Column Name | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Encounter ID | Unique identifier for each patient encounter. | Each encounter has a unique ID. |
| Charge ID | Unique identifier generated for billing. This is the value sent to the RCM/Billing Integrator. | Each charge capture has a unique ID. |
| Provider | Name of the provider associated with the encounter. | Format: First Name, Last Name |
| Supervisor | The user name of the Co-Signer or Second/Supervisory Signer | |
| Patient Name | Patient's full name. | Format: First Name, Last Name |
| Facility | Name of the facility (or alias name if configured) where the service was provided. | |
| Facility Type | The type of facility. | Examples: DN, PCC, MatrixCare |
| Facility Ext ID | External identifier for the facility, if applicable. | |
| Patient Tags | Current tags associated with the patient. | Historical tags are not captured in this report. Only the current tag assignments for the patient. |
| DOB | Patient's date of birth. | Format: MM/DD/YYYY |
| Date of Service | Date the service was rendered. | Format: MM/DD/YYYY |
| Date of Signature | Timestamp when the provider signed off on the encounter. | Format: MM/DD/YYYY HH:MM:SS AM/PM |
| CPT Codes | CPT codes for services performed. | Multiple values supported, separated by commas. |
| ICD Codes | ICD-10 diagnosis codes related to the encounter. | Multiple values supported, separated by commas. |
| Signed Date | The date and time the note was signed. | Format: MM/DD/YYYY HH:MM:SS AM/PM |
| Note Upload Date | The date and time the note was successfully uploaded to the integrated facility EHR (e.g. PCC, Matrix Care). | Format: MM/DD/YYYY HH:MM:SS AM/PM |
| Charge Date of Submission | The date and time the provider submitted the charge. | Format: MM/DD/YYYY HH:MM:SS AM/PM |
| Charge Days to Submission | The number of days between the DOS and the Charge Date of Submission. | Integer (days) |
| Primary Payor Number | Primary insurance identifier or number. | |
| Primary Payor Name | Primary insurance provider's name. | |
| Secondary Payor Number | Secondary insurance identifier or number. | |
| Secondary Payor Name | Secondary insurance provider's name. | |
| Tertiary Payor Number | Tertiary insurance identifier or number. | |
| Tertiary Payor Name | Tertiary insurance provider's name. |
Troubleshooting
Missing Data Fields
- Problem: Some fields, such as secondary or tertiary insurance, appear blank.
- Solution: Verify patient records to ensure secondary or tertiary insurance details are entered. Fields remain blank when data isn't provided.
Incorrect or Outdated Information
- Problem: Report displays outdated or incorrect information.
- Solution: Confirm the report has been refreshed post data updates. Refreshes occur daily; contact support if discrepancies persist.
Export Issues
- Problem: Unable to download or export the report.
- Solution: Check your browser or firewall settings. Contact DocNow support for technical assistance.
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