Medical Billing vs. Bookkeeping: What a Virtual Assistant Can Handle

Running a healthcare practice is demanding — between managing patients, staff, and compliance, there’s often little time left for back-office tasks. Two of the most essential (and often confused) roles are medical billing and bookkeeping . While they both involve money, they serve different purposes — and the good news is, a Virtual Assistant (VA) can help with both. Let’s break down what each role entails and how a trained Healthcare Virtual Assistant can support your practice. 🧾 What Is Medical Billing? Medical billing is the process of submitting and following up on claims with health insurance companies to receive payment for services rendered by a healthcare provider. It includes: Verifying patient insurance eligibility Creating and submitting claims Tracking claims and payments Following up on denied claims Managing billing inquiries from patients Coordinating with insurance companies This process is crucial to maintaining your practice’s cash f...