1. Number of medical records that can be reviewed.
2. The time period records are available for review.
3. Types of records involved in audits. For example, if the hospital is not being reimbursed on DRGs, rule out DRG audits.
4. Number of third parties reviewing your payments.
5. The information that can be requested, in order to limit the potential of HIPAA breaches.
6. Timelines for review and appeal.
7. Set reimbursements for document production and mailing.
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