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Third Party Administrator (TPA)

Medical billing & coding glossary · all terms

Definition. An organization that performs administrative services such as claims processing or benefits administration for another entity, often a self-funded employer plan.

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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