Question

What is the last step of the revenue cycle for any given patient?

List three titles of clinical staff that are considered physician extenders.

Answer 1

Revenue cycle management is the financial process of managing funds and collection of payments from patients. It is a seven step process of which Reporting is the last step. Reporting can be used for meetings. It should include financial information, management information and performance indicators to meet bench marks.

Clinical staff considered as physician extenders

Physician extenders specially trained and certified to provide basic medical services under the supervision of a licensed physician.

1. Nurse Practitioner

2. Physician Assistant

3. Clinical Nurse Specialist