If a claim is denied because services were provided before insurance coverage was in effect, the medical office specialist should:
bill the patient.
write off the entire amount.
wait until the effective date of the coverage, then bill the insurance carrier.
change the date of service and resubmit the claim.
Answer: bill the patient.
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