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The Wizard

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5. SOP for insurers

Mon Dec 9, 2024, 01:24 PM

Dec 2024

Is to deny claims if Is are not dotted and Ts not properly crossed.
Tell them you'd like the charges reconciled with neither rancor nor litigation. Litigation will in many cases cost more than the medical fees. They'd rather pay one than both.

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