What Is Charge Capture in Medical Billing

Charge capture is the process of identifying and recording all billable services provided during a patient encounter. This includes procedures, supplies, injections, and diagnostic services.

When charges are missed, they never reach the billing system, resulting in lost revenue. Charge capture errors are one of the most common causes of revenue leakage in healthcare.

Charge Entry Accuracy

Once charges are captured, they must be entered correctly into the billing system. Charge entry errors such as incorrect codes, missing modifiers, or incomplete data often lead to claim denials or delayed reimbursement.

Our charge entry specialists ensure that captured charges are accurately entered according to payer guidelines and specialty specific requirements.

Predefined Rules and Quality Controls

We use predefined charge capture rules aligned with each medical specialty to reduce errors at the point of entry. These rules help identify missing charges, incorrect codes, and inconsistencies before claims are submitted.

This structured approach supports clean claim submission and minimizes rework.

System Integration and Workflow Support

Our outsourced charge capture services integrate with leading EMR and medical billing systems. This allows practices to improve accuracy without disrupting existing workflows.

By combining technology with experienced billing professionals, we help streamline the charge capture process while maintaining compliance.

Benefits of Outsourced Charge Capture Services

Healthcare organizations that outsource charge capture and charge entry experience measurable improvements, including:

• Increased charge capture accuracy
• Faster claim submission and reimbursement
• Reduced administrative workload

Improved cash flow and revenue consistency

Why Charge Capture Matters in Revenue Cycle Management

Charge capture is the foundation of revenue cycle management. Errors at this stage affect every step that follows, from coding to reimbursement.

ACN Healthcare charge capture services help healthcare providers protect revenue, reduce billing errors, and maintain a strong financial foundation while focusing on patient care.