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Fraud

Medical billing & coding glossary · all terms

Definition. An intentional deception or misrepresentation made with knowledge that it could result in an unauthorized healthcare benefit or payment.

You'll come across Fraud 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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