In today's healthcare industry, medical billing is a critical aspect of the revenue cycle management process. This includes verifying patient insurance information, submitting claims, and tracking payments. However, a critical step that is often overlooked or given insufficient attention is verifying insurance eligibility. Insurance eligibility verification is the process of determining whether a patient's insurance policy covers the services provided by a healthcare provider. This is an important step in the medical billing process because it directly impacts provider reimbursement and patient deductibles. This article describes the importance of insurance eligibility verification in medical claims, its benefits, and best practices for ensuring accurate and timely verification. Why is it important to check your insurance eligibility? 1. Avoid bill denials and payment delays One of the main reasons insurance eligibility verification is important in medical claims is to avoi