As a medical provider in Massachusetts, you’re probably already familiar with PIP suits and the underhanded tactics auto insurance companies often employ when it comes to paying out their fair share of medical claims. However, if you’re not well versed in how a PIP attorney can assist your medical practice when an insurer underpays, denies, or delays a claim, we’re going to help you out. It’s important for medical providers to be educated on this issue in order to optimize intra-office policies to deal with insurers and be paid properly and on time.
When Medical Practices Need A PIP Attorney
Massachusetts is a no-fault state, meaning that every driver is required to carry a minimum amount of $8,000 in PIP insurance. If an accident occurs, their own insurance is supposed to pay for damages, no matter who is at fault. If you have private health insurance, PIP may only cover the first $2,000 of medical bills. After that, your own health insurance kicks in.
PIP regulations in Massachusetts are constantly evolving, and there have been several recent updates to PIP regulations in Massachusetts which impact healthcare providers, including changes in procedural requirements for filing claims, changes in coverage limits, and new standards for documentation. Any changes in PIP regulations directly affect the way healthcare providers navigate their billing and claims processes. Staying aware of the latest PIP information is crucial for healthcare providers to be able to minimize disruptions to their practice, optimally adapt to any changes, and make sure payments arrive in a timely manner.
Just like any other business, auto insurance companies are always looking out for their bottom line. This means that they will do whatever they can to pay as little – and often as late – as they can get away with. Sometimes, there may be a valid reason for the insurance company to delay or deny claims, but often they’re just trying to get out of paying the medical providers for the treatments they already provided the patient. For example, the insurance company may say the medical bills were never received, or even do some last-minute contract coding to try and lowball the medical provider. As most medical providers know, the more claims get underpaid, denied, or delayed, the more your clinic’s accounts will suffer. An experienced PIP attorney can help you navigate the tricky field of personal injury protection law and handle all the sleazy tactics insurance companies may throw at you to make sure your practice gets paid properly and on time.
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Massachusetts medical providers often have a hard time dealing with insurance companies who prioritize their bottom line, often at the expense of medical providers who have already treated their patients and need to be paid on time and adequately for their services. Mass PIP Lawyers is an experienced PIP law firm with a proven track record of helping medical providers deal with insurance companies who delay, deny, or lowball claims. If you are a medical provider who is having a hard time getting insurance companies to pay up, call us today for a consultation.