Optum™ LYNX Oncology Charging Application Overview

The current economic environment is one of the most challenging the health care industry has faced in decades. Hospital boards are looking for stronger financial margins, payers are demanding strict compliance with charging guidelines, and Recovery Audit Contractors (RAC) are in full force with an aggressive examination of infusion services administration.

The Optum^™ LYNX Oncology Charging Application was specifically designed to address the challenges faced by hospital-owned infusion and oncology treatment centers. The Oncology Charging Application integrates into infusion center workflow and facilitates the capture of facility and professional visit levels, which are often overlooked in these types of settings.

Payer compliance concerns are addressed with Optum LYNX proven algorithms, which calculate appropriate and defensible reimbursement. The application’s infusion services module provides a strong defense for payer audits with compliant chemotherapy and intravenous services charging. The Oncology Charging Application works with Optum LYNX ED Charging Application and Optum LYNX Clinic Charging Application to build a comprehensive charging strategy that is beneficial in today’s environment of fiscal scrutiny.