Medical Co-Pay and Deductible Collected
Collecting the insured's co-payment share directly from the hospital network.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Pay Receivable (from Hospital) | Asset (+) | 150.00 | - |
| Claims Expense (Gross Reduced) | Expense (-) | - | 150.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Co-payments and deductibles are the insured's share of each claim. In direct billing networks, the hospital collects the co-pay and remits confirmation to the insurer. This reduces the net claims cost.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Co-pay amounts are configured in the TPA/claims system per plan type and treatment category (e.g., 10% co-pay for specialist consultations, JOD 20 fixed co-pay for GP visits). The TPA system calculates the co-pay amount per pre-authorisation and instructs the hospital to collect it from the insured. The hospital confirms collection via the TPA portal. The co-pay confirmation reduces the net invoice payable to the hospital. Some hospitals net the co-pay from their invoice; others report it separately — the accounting treatment must match the billing method.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Auditors assess whether co-pays are actually being collected at the point of service — hospitals may waive co-pays informally to attract patients, which is a form of premium evasion and a moral hazard issue. Test that the co-pay amounts in the claims system match the plan design. Review any patterns of co-pay waivers. Confirm that the co-pay logic in the TPA system matches the policy wording for all plan types — errors in co-pay configuration lead to systematic over- or under-charging of the insured.
📄 Required Documentation
Policy schedule confirming co-pay structure by benefit type, TPA system configuration of co-pay rates, co-pay collection confirmation per claim from the hospital, and net invoice reconciliation showing gross treatment cost, co-pay deducted, and net amount payable by insurer.
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