This service can easily be set up at home on a computer system. You will act as an intermediary between a doctor's office and commercial or governmental insurance agencies, using a medical billing software package to fill out electronic claim information which will then be sent (electronically) to the appropriate insurer. As an added feature, you can offer a full practice management package, which includes such services as accounts receivables, monthly patient billing, and collections.

Tips*

• Contact insurance companies, including Medicare and Medicaid, for information on electronic claim filling
• To increase your customer base, become certified as a patient account manager

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