In the healthcare industry, providing excellent patient care is always the top priority — but managing the business side of your practice is just as important. Without reliable revenue and payer approvals in place, even the best clinical care can run into serious challenges.
Two of the most essential back-office services that keep your practice financially healthy are Accounts Receivable AR Management and Medical Credentialing. Together, these processes ensure you’re getting paid correctly and operating within insurance network rules.
At Med Brigade, we specialize in helping medical practices handle these complex but critical areas. Let’s break down what AR management and credentialing are, why they matter, and how we can help.
What Is AR Management?
AR Management (Accounts Receivable Management) refers to the tracking, management, and collection of payments owed to your practice — mainly from insurance companies and patients. These are the payments you’re expecting after submitting medical claims.
When AR is poorly managed, revenue slows down, cash flow suffers, and your ability to grow or even sustain the practice becomes difficult. Many practices are owed thousands — sometimes millions — in unpaid claims without even realizing it.
Common AR Challenges for Healthcare Providers:
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Insurance claim denials and rejections
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Delays in reimbursement
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Unpaid patient balances
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Lack of follow-up on older claims
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Errors in coding or documentation
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Limited in-house staff to manage collections
If your team is too busy with daily tasks or lacks specialized billing knowledge, these problems can quickly pile up.
How Med Brigade Handles AR Management
At Med Brigade, we approach AR management as a key financial strategy — not just routine billing.
Claim Review and Clean Submissions
We audit and review each claim to ensure it’s accurate and supported by proper documentation before it’s submitted to the payer.
Denial Management and Appeals
If a claim is denied, we investigate the reason, correct any issues, and submit appeals to recover revenue quickly.
Insurance Follow-Up
We don’t let outstanding claims sit. Our team follows up regularly with insurance companies to make sure your payments aren’t delayed.
Patient Balance Support
We generate patient statements, offer payment reminders, and assist in collecting balances in a professional, respectful way.
Weekly Reporting
We provide clear and detailed reports, so you know how much is outstanding, what’s been paid, and where we’re focusing next.
When your AR is in good hands, your cash flow becomes predictable, and your practice can operate more confidently.
What Is Medical Credentialing?
Medical credentialing is the process of verifying that a healthcare provider is qualified, licensed, and approved to offer services under various insurance plans. It’s what allows you to become an in-network provider for major payers like Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance companies.
Without proper credentialing, you may not get paid — even if the treatment you provided was valid and necessary.
The Credentialing Process at a Glance
Credentialing typically involves:
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Collecting provider documents: education, licenses, board certifications, DEA registration, malpractice insurance
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Completing and submitting applications to insurance networks
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Verifying provider details with national databases and licensing boards
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Communicating with payers throughout the approval process
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Managing re-credentialing and renewals regularly
This process can take 60 to 120 days or more, depending on the payer. Missing even a single step can delay your ability to bill or lead to claim denials.
Why Credentialing Is So Important
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Required for Insurance Billing: Without proper credentialing, insurers will deny claims.
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Legal Compliance: Many states and payers require credentialing to legally provide covered services.
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Practice Growth: Credentialing allows you to accept more insurance plans, expanding your patient base.
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Revenue Protection: In-network status helps ensure you’re reimbursed at contracted rates.
How Med Brigade Streamlines Credentialing
Credentialing can be time-consuming and stressful — especially if your staff is already stretched thin. At Med Brigade, we manage the entire process for you from start to finish.
Application Management
We handle the complete paperwork process for initial credentialing and re-credentialing.
Ongoing Monitoring
We track expiration dates, renewal periods, and compliance requirements so you stay ahead of deadlines.
Communication with Payers
We stay in constant contact with insurance networks to follow up on application statuses and resolve any delays.
Scalable Services
Whether you’re credentialing one provider or an entire team, we offer scalable solutions that grow with your practice.
Why Choose Med Brigade?
Healthcare billing and credentialing require specialized expertise. Our team is trained to navigate complex payer rules, coding systems, and application processes. By partnering with Med Brigade, you get:
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Faster payments and fewer billing errors
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Higher claim approval rates
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Less stress on your staff
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Better insight into your revenue performance
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Confidence that you’re compliant and fully credentialed
We support medical practices, therapy centers, clinics, and specialists across the U.S., helping them improve revenue and stay fully operational with confidence.
Final Thoughts
Managing your accounts receivable and medical credentialing properly isn’t optional — it’s critical to the long-term success of your healthcare practice. When these processes are neglected, revenue is lost, claims are denied, and your ability to grow is limited.
Med Brigade offers the support, experience, and hands-on service you need to succeed. From speeding up insurance reimbursements to ensuring your providers are fully credentialed, we help you run a healthier, more profitable practice.
