New KODAK E-Service computerizes verification of patient insurance coverage, benefits
A new electronic services offering from Kodak enables dental practices to access data via the Internet from leading insurance companies and quickly verify patient insurance coverage information.
KODAK Electronic Insurance Eligibility Service, an add-on service for users of certain KODAK Practice Management Software products, helps improve efficiency for staff members attempting to obtain patient insurance data. This new e-service lets dental practice staff request insurance coverage and benefits information directly from the practice management system desktop. It reduces the need for practice staff to contact insurers by phone, helping to make the processing of patients more efficient. Once received, insurance eligibility information can be stored electronically in the patients' records.
The service is currently available for use with the KODAK SOFTDENT Practice Management Software and will be available for use with additional KODAK Practice Management Software applications in the future.
"KODAK Electronic Insurance Eligibility Service enables dentists to further leverage the efficiencies of a computerized practice," said Scott Leeper, vice president of eServices for Kodak's Dental Systems Group. "It automates a critical administrative task, boosting practice efficiency and helping ensure that patient insurance information is accurate and up-to-date. Meanwhile, the practice staff has more time to focus on patient comfort and care."
Currently, the system provides access to the computer records of over 40 national and regional insurers, including HMOs and private companies. New insurers are being added regularly. The service is fully compliant with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations.
Promotional Discount Available in 2004
A product launch promotion now available allows dentists who sign up for KODAK Electronic Insurance Eligibility Service to receive a 50 percent discount off the monthly rate, or $9.95, through 2004. After January 1, 2005, the cost of KODAK Electronic Insurance Eligibility Service is only $19.95 per month.
For more information on KODAK Electronic Insurance Eligibility Service, dental professionals can call Kodak at (800) 944-6365 or email [email protected].
Growing Portfolio of KODAK E-Services
The new service joins a portfolio of KODAK e-services, including:
** KODAK Electronic Claim Processing Service. This service enables dental professionals to file claims electronically to hundreds of insurance carriers eliminating the time-consuming process of printing, stuffing and mailing resulting in faster payment and efficient claim tracking. Extensive validation processes can reduce the number of errors and requests for additional information that can further impede claims processing.
** KODAK Electronic Credit Card Processing Service. This service integrates credit card transaction processing into the practice management software reducing billing and collection expenses, while improving office efficiency.
** KODAK Electronic Statement Delivery Service. This service lets dental practices electronically submit billing statements for printing and mailing to patients. Statements can be sent more often, without adding to the practice's administrative overhead. A professional look is provided with color printing and customizable messages and statements are presorted for fast delivery.
For more information about Kodak's digital radiography products and practice management solutions, call (800) 944-6365, visit Kodak's Health Imaging Dental Systems Group website at http://www.kodak.com/go/dental or contact your regional KODAK products representative.