Timely Filing Calculator

Step-by-Step Guide to Using the Timely Filing Calculator

The Timely Filing Calculator is a useful tool designed to help you determine the filing deadline for insurance claims based on the date of service and the type of insurance involved. Follow these steps to effectively use the calculator to manage your filing schedules.

Step 1: Input Date of Service

• Locate the field labeled Date of Service.
• Select the appropriate date from the calendar interface. Ensure that the date is on or before December 31, 2024, to fulfill the validation requirement.

Step 2: Select Insurance Type

• Go to the field labeled Insurance Type.
• Choose the insurance category that corresponds to your service from the dropdown list. Options include:
• Medicare (1 year) – 365 days
• Medicaid (6 months) – 180 days
• Commercial (90 days) – 90 days
• Blue Cross (120 days) – 120 days
• Workers Compensation (1 year) – 365 days
• VA/TRICARE (2 years) – 730 days

Step 3: Review Filing Deadline and Status

• After entering the required fields, the calculator will provide two key pieces of information:
• Filing Deadline: This date indicates the last possible date to file a claim. It is calculated by adding the insurance type’s day period to the date of service.
• Days Remaining: Displays the number of days left until the filing deadline. This figure is the difference between today’s date and the calculated filing deadline, showing only a non-negative value.

Step 4: Understand Filing Status

• Review the Filing Status to assess the urgency of your claim submission:
• On Time: More than 30 days remain before the deadline.
• Warning: File Soon: Less than 30 days are left, requiring prompt action.
• Past Due: The deadline has already passed, indicating urgency or missed opportunity.

By carefully following these steps, you can conveniently compute filing deadlines and act accordingly to maximize your claim management efficacy.