EDI Information
EDI
Electronic transmission of dental claims has proven to be an effective way to speed claims processing. Dental Select also accepts attachments and other supporting documentation electronically to further expedite the electronic claims process via NEA. You can learn more about NEA by visiting their website at www.nea-fast.com.
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What is EDI?
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is a system that sends your claims electronically creating a more efficient process for your practice. EDI is an exchange of all types of data between the insurance company and the provider. By submitting your claims electronically your practice will see a considerably shortened turnaround time for claim payments and a remarkable reduction in postage and labor costs.
Popular Data Exchanges and their Transaction Numbers
EDI 837 File
This type of file is a claim sent electronically instead of being printed on paper and mailed or faxed
EDI 835 File
Remittances - Claim payment information
Attachments
X-ray, charts, DICOM, etc
Benefits of Sending Claims by EDI
- Faster payments, reduced AR (accounts receivable)
- Reduced expense for labor, paper and postage
- Increased clarity and quality of claim information
- Reduction in paperwork
- Elimination of manual processes
- Fewer Errors
- Increased security
- Automates routine transactions
EDI is EASY.
All you need to get started is...
- A computer
- An internet connection
- Billing software such as practice management, a clearinghouse or free software available through the UHIN website link below.
The Process:
Creating a file:
Practice management software vendors and/or claims clearing houses provide tools that create files using data from your billing system. UHIN also provides UHINt which can be used to enter claims and create a file.
Transmitting a file:
UHIN payers are able to recieve files via the UHINet network. UHINet can be used to transmit files to payers and partners, UHIN connected clearinghouses offer access to national payers.
Recieve and review reports:
Payers, clearinghouses, and practice management vendors provide various reports that allow you to track the transmission of your electronic files.
Getting Started:
Option 1:
Contact your practice management software vendor for details.
Option 2:
Contact a Dental Select approved clearinghouse through one of the links below:
You may also contact a representative at: 800-840-9152 or sales@apexedi.com
You may also contact a representative at: 800-417-6693 x234 or Dentistinfo@ANSDirect.com
You may also contact a representative at: 888-255-7293 or DentalSupport@emdeon.com
You may also contact a representative at: registration@tesiasupport.com
You may also contact a representative at: 800-576-6412 ext. 455
Option 3:
Utilize the Utah Health Information Network (UHIN): Go to the Utah Health Information Network website to find a list of UHIN approved clearinghouses (local and national payers) or download the UHINt FREE billing software at the link below.
Still Have Questions?
Call a Dental Select Member Services Representative at 801-495-3000 or 800-999-9789 for personalized assistance.
