Which of the following steps to medical billing should be performed prior to rendering medical services?

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Collect patient information including the insured, employer, demographic, and health insurance data when the patient calls to schedule an appointment. Verify the patient's eligibility, confirming that the patient's contract with the insurance is valid for the date of service. After the medical services are rendered, code the diagnosis and procedures, reviewing the encounter form for completeness. The charges for the procedure should populate from the medical billing software. Complete the CMS-1500 health insurance claim form (CMS-1500)(02/12) and submit it electronically to the insurance company for reimbursement for services and procedures performed.

Which of the Following Steps to Medical Billing Should Be