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Third Party Administrator (TPA)

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Definition. An independent corporate entity or person (third party) who administers group benefits, claims and administration for a self-insured company or group.

You'll come across Third Party Administrator (TPA) 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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