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Write-off

Medical billing & coding glossary · all terms

Definition. Typically reference to the difference between what the physician charges and what the insurance plan contractually allows and the patient is not responsible for. May also be referred to as "not covered" in some glossary of billing terms.

You'll come across Write-off 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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