Municipal Cost Containment Services

Bill Repricing

Stephenson & Brook Co., a workers’ compensation risk management firm in its twentieth year of business, offers an array of services to our clients. One of these services is our distinct bill repricing process. Our team of experts reviews workers’ compensation medical bills for diagnosis and procedure coding accuracy. This assures that bills and codes are in compliance with both AMA standard coding rules, state approved coding rules, and state reimbursement compliance. We also check for duplication of payment, as well as verifying that the services are related to the specific industrial accident.

Medical and Surgical Fee Negotiation

Stephenson & Brook Co. offers negotiation of fees for medical and surgical services. Working within our clients’ municipal guidelines and guidelines established by the American Medical Association, we arrange for a fair and equitable fee for all negotiable services.

In most cases, we demonstrate a monthly savings between 25% and 50% of suggested charges. This positive return is due in part to our rapport with many physicians’ offices in New England and throughout the country, which facilitates our negotiating ability. Our strong coding and medical expertise helps us determine when certain medical circumstances require extra consideration. Stephenson & Brook Co. often acts in an advisory capacity to our clients, assisting them with clarification of medical questions.

Utilization Review

Stephenson & Brook Co. also conducts Utilization Review services which are unparalleled in the northeast. Using state guidelines, as well as nationally recognized guidelines, we are able to track a workers’ compensation patient to see if they are over utilizing or under utilizing medical services