A Study to Determine the Best System for Insuring the Maximum Reimbursement to University Medical Center for Shared Services Utilized by the Veterans Administration Hospital, Jackson, Mississippi
Abstract
A detailed study was made of how requests at the Veterans Administration for shared services at the University of Mississippi Medical Center are initiated and processed, and how these services are rendered and charges recorded at UMC. Contracts, records, and agreements were reviewed and numerous interviews were conducted to gain knowledge and insight into the current program and future plans. The present system, while permitting easy access to UMC services, was nonetheless noted to be characterized by lax administrative practices that do not account for all services performed. It was concluded that the best system for UMC is a gradual phasing-in of patient register numbers for all VA outpatients. This would permit full computerization of data for medical information and more accurate accounting measures. Clear, concise inter-hospital agreements, orientation of all personnel to procedures used, and an easily identifiable authorization stamp were general recommendations applicable to any system adopted.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 31, 1971
- Accession Number
- AD1201739
Entities
People
- Mims C. Aultman
Organizations
- Baylor University