What is a 'patient account' in the context of Epic Resolute PB?

A 'patient account' in the context of Epic Resolute Professional Billing refers specifically to a unique record that tracks all financial transactions for a specific patient. This account serves as the central repository for all billing-related information, including charges for services rendered, payments made, adjustments, and outstanding balances. By consolidating this data in a single account, healthcare providers can efficiently manage their financial interactions with patients, ensuring that billing is accurate and up to date.

The importance of the patient account lies in its role in streamlining the billing process, enhancing the ability to follow up on outstanding invoices and ensuring that financial transactions are linked directly to the patient receiving care. This comprehensive tracking is essential for transparency in patient billing and for maintaining accurate financial records for both the practice and the patient.

In contrast, other options do not encapsulate the financial tracking purpose of a patient account. For example, a document outlining a patient's medical history focuses on clinical data rather than financial information. Similarly, a summary of services rendered and a report detailing the practice's revenue provide information pertaining to services and overall financial performance but do not encapsulate the specific financial interactions that occur within an individual patient's account.