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Appeal

Medical billing & coding glossary · all terms

Definition. A formal request asking a payer to reconsider an adverse claim or coverage decision, supported by the payer’s required form, documentation, and filing deadline.

You'll come across Appeal while working the revenue cycle — from eligibility and claim submission to payment posting and denials. See the related terms below, or browse the full glossary and the Knowledge Hub.

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