In this episode, Katie Eisel, Payer Relations Director at OCHN and managed care consultant, shares her expertise on negotiating with payers as a home health agency. She discusses how to evaluate if a payer is a good fit, the importance of understanding reimbursement schedules and payment timelines, and key data points agencies should track like length of stay, denials, and appeals by payer. Katie also plays a game of "Truth or False" addressing common payer negotiation tactics. Her insights provide a roadmap for agencies to maximize reimbursements and build successful payer partnerships.
Evaluating Payer Fit
Data to Track
Negotiation Approach
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