rewrite this - The critical areas of review for timeliness and maximization of reimbursement for third-party payers are providing accurate information to reduce the number of denials, use of eligibility tools, proper reflectivity in patient's responsibility, verification of patient's inclination to pay, and collecting money from patients before providing care. Collecting up-to-date and accurate patient information is crucial in maximizing reimbursement and reducing the number of claims denied. The second is to retain eligibility tools to ensure the patient has insurance and determine any co-payments and potential deductibles. The third is to expand reflectivity into the patient's responsibility by establishing programs that allow patients to view their finances. This helps them to understand their financial obligations. Verifying a patient's ability to pay provides knowledge of the estimated reimbursement the hospital should expect. The last is to collect money before providing care, as this system provides an opportunity for payment plans. It has been determined to improve the collection rate and the speed of accounts receivable (Riley, 2015)

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