Clinical Research Billing Compliance Summit 2025

In this illuminating session, two WCG experts will delve into actionable strategies for expediting study activation within the NCIs recommended 90-day study start-up timeline. Attendees will gain insights into how operational silos during study activation adversely impact start-up timelines and compliance, slowing progress and potentially
jeopardizing study outcomes. By exploring a more streamlined and integrated approach
to study initiation, we can improve trial efficiency and improve patient care.

 Proven strategies for accelerating study activation within the NCI's recommended
90-day start-up timeline.
 How to fix silos in your study activation before they impact your timelines and
compliance.
 The effects of study activation processes on participants.

This session will provide an overview of billing compliance policies and procedures in place at Parkview Research Center. By the end of the session, you should have an increased insight into which policies and procedures may benefit your institution. You will also learn effective strategies for implementing these practices into your research program.

1. Analyze what policies and procedures our institution implemented and why we have these practices in place
2. Understand why implementing policies can keep your institution compliant
3. Clarify what policies would be good for your institution.

Accurate coding and claims processing are crucial for compliant research billing. The coverage analyst plays a key role in communicating the coding and billing requirements for specific studies. This session will explore Medicare bundled payment systems and the impact of coding on hospital payments and research billing.  

📁 Learn what MS-DRGs are and the Inpatient Prospective Payment System bundling methodology.
💡 Understand APCs and the Outpatient Prospective Payment System bundled payment methodology.
📈 Discuss real-world examples of complex studies and potential overpayment risks.