What about clearinghouses or direct pay for carriers?
MedLook has always been current with the CMS 1500 Print Image file. The 837 professional data file is nearly complete (November 20, 2009). There are “free” services and direct submission methods available. Generally we frown on these solutions as they are not centralized and generally troublesome. Using a clearinghouse, SolAce, or our integrated claims submission is much easier. If time and convenience equates to money saved then avoid the free or direct pay (i.e. from the carrier) alternatives.