LKN Strategies
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A leading and preferred healthcare consulting, medical coding, revenue cycle management outsourcing company, expanding our exceptional and customized services to reach healthcare providers across the US.
  • Dedicated 24/7 customer support
  • Clinically focused, experienced, and certified coders
  • Dedicated US-based, coding-certified RN account managers
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Welcome to LKN Strategies

We offer a comprehensive assortment of healthcare outsourcing solutions.

LKN Strategies offers unparalleled and cost-efficient solutions covering the entire range of the revenue cycle management process to the healthcare industry. Our best-in-class are a result of our exceptionally trained subject matter experts and our uncompromising compliance norms. LKN Strategies is a business process outsourcing partner that you can trust. 

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Home Health Medical Coding Services
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Hospice Management Services
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Revenue Cycle Management Services 
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Home Health Compliance Consulting Services
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Revenue Cycle Management Services 
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Home Health Quality Assurance Services
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Additional Documentation Request (ADR)
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Pre-claim Review (PCR) Services
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Home Health Compliance Services
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At LKN Strategies, we specialize in Home Health Medical Coding Services tailored to streamline your operations and ensure compliance. Our qualified RN certified coders utilize AI-enabled technology while performing accurate coding, OASIS, and Plan of Care (POC) quality assurance. Our AI technology delivers the highest accuracy and efficiency, which allows us to offer the lowest prices in the industry.

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5 STAGES OF CMS APPEALS

STAGE

Redetermination

When initial review is denied for PCR; PPR; ADR; UPIC; RAC, etc. and providers of the claim is denied, you have 120 days to submit a Redetermination Request (30 days from date of initial decision demand to avoid recoupment). This request is handled by the Medicare administrative contractor (MAC). If the claim is denied you have 60 days to submit an appeal request to level 2 to avoid recoupment.
STAGE

Reconsideration

Reconsideration is step 2 in the appeals process. You have a maximum of 180 days to submit your appeal. You will submit your documentation with the request for reconsideration and a detailed "rebuttal" of the reason(s) you disagree with the decision made at level 1. This review is completed by qualified independent contractors. If denied, you may move to stage 3. You have 60 days from date of receipt of Reconsideration.
STAGE

AU

At level 3 you will have a chance to present your appeal case to an Administrative Law Judge. You will need to submit a request and a detailed rebuttal as to why you disagree with the level 2 appeal decision. Your claim will only be elevated to level 3 if it meets the minimum dollar amount. For 2022, the required minimal amount is $180.00 If denied, you may try stage 4. You have 60 days from date of receipt of AL decision.
STAGE

MAC

The Medicare Appeals Council reviews the appeal decision made by the AU. If the claim is denied, you have 60 days to submit a request for judicial review by a federal district court.
STAGE

Federal Court

To get a judicial review in federal district court, the amount of your case must meet a minimum dollar amount. For 2022, the minimum dollar amount is $1760. You may combine claims to meet this dollar amount. Follow the MAC's decision letter you received at level 4 tafileacomnaint.
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