California’s Trusted Partner for Workers Compensation Billing & Lien Collections

For over 35 years, Medical Lien Management (MLM) has helped healthcare providers across California recover revenue through expert workers compensation billing and lien collection services. Our specialists handle the entire process, from scheduling to payment, so you can focus on care while we manage the complexities of billing for workers compensation and lien resolution.

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    Handling Workers’ Compensation Lien Collections with Precision Since 1989

    Workers’ compensation billing and lien recovery is time-consuming, heavily regulated, and often underpaid. At MLM, we take it off your plate. From accurate coding and timely submissions to appeals and litigation, we handle every stage of workers compensation medical billing with deep expertise. Our legal-backed collections team ensures you recover what you’re owed, fast and fully compliant.

    Real Recovery, Proven Results.
    More Revenue Back to Your Practice!

    Clean Claim Rate

    Denial Recovery Rate

    Increased Collections

    These results are a testament to MLM’s role as a professional workers compensation collections service, relied upon by doctors, clinics, and medical groups statewide.

    Our Proven Process for Workers’ Compensation Billing & Lien Collection

    Our methodology simplifies lien recovery by managing your workers compensation billing and collections from start to finish. Each step is designed to reduce delays, minimize errors, and recover maximum payouts, while staying compliant with California’s complex workers’ comp laws.

    Step 1.

    Patient Scheduling & Case Intake

    We begin by verifying the case details, insurance type, and patient status to determine lien viability and set up the billing process correctly from day one.

    Step 2.

    Request for Authorization (RFA) Filing

    Our team submits and tracks RFAs to ensure the treatment plan is authorized under the applicable workers’ compensation insurance guidelines.

    Step 3.

    Medical Coding & Billing Submission

    Certified coders ensure every procedure is billed accurately, using the correct CPT, ICD, and modifier codes for workers’ compensation billing in California.

    Step 4.

    Lien Filing & Documentation

    We prepare, file, and track all lien-related paperwork, including WCAB filings and proof of service, in accordance with DWC requirements.

    Step 5.

    SBR / IBR Appeal Handling

    When disputes arise, we handle Second Bill Review and Independent Bill Review filings, backed by legal and compliance support.

    Step 6.

    Litigation Support (If Needed)

    For liens that escalate to legal action, our team works with attorneys to represent your interests and recover the full amount due.

    Step 7.

    Payment Posting & Reporting

    Once resolved, we post the payment, reconcile any shortfalls, and deliver a full report to keep your accounting records accurate and updated.

    Workers Compensation Appeal Board California

    At Medical Lien Management, our dedicated team represents our esteemed clients in workers compensation claims and appeals before the workers compensation board.

    Our team collectively brings more than 40 years of experience in the field of workers’ compensation, skillfully negotiating with insurance companies preferred by employers. Moreover, our team members are specialists and claims managers affiliated with the California Applicant’s Attorney’s Association (CAAA).

    We prioritize staying up-to-date with the latest workers’ compensation laws through ongoing research and education. As a result, we have a proven track record of successfully resolving thousands of cases through settlements and awards.

    Lien Conferences

    We attend lien conferences held to assist the parties in resolving disputed lien claims. We make sure to protect the interests of our clients and represent the disputed lien case with complete preparation.

    Lien Trials

    Our representatives make sure that lien trials are heard and appropriately documented when all lien claimants and defendants appear either in person or by an attorney or non-attorney representative.

    Settlement Conferences

    A mandatory settlement conference is requested by an injured worker or insurance company and is held to resolve disputes between the parties. We make sure to represent and solve the conflict aggressively.

    MLM Vs. Other Companies

    Medical Lien Management has a team that represents our esteemed clients in workers’ compensation claims and at workers’ compensation appeal board hearings.

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    Our rapid collection (%)
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    Why California Providers Trust MLM for Workers’ Compensation Billing

    MLM isn’t just a billing company, we’re worker compensation billing experts trusted by hundreds of providers. We bring unmatched experience, advanced tech, and a legal-backed approach to every case.

    Aggressive Approach

    We possess expertise in Labor Code section 5402(c) and take a firm and aggressive stance towards workers’ compensation collections as well as lien litigation.

    Comprehensive Management

    Our services for workers compensation include workers comp injury reports, professional underwriting, specialties of loss control, and workers compensation claim management.

    Hands-On, End-to-End Service

    From RFAs to appeals to litigation, we handle every step. You never have to deal with the insurance carrier or WCAB yourself.

    Workers Comp Collections?

    35+ Years

    With 35+ years of experience in worker compensation claims collections, we have helped over 1,000 healthcare providers recover millions, all while ensuring full compliance with California laws.

    Legal Complexities

    Our services also include workers comp collections and legal complications, best among all services of Workers Compensation California.

    Transparent Report

    We value open communication and provide transparent workers comp injury report to the clients so they can access and review their cases any time.

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    Committed to Compliance, Privacy, and Industry Standards

    At MLM, we prioritize security and compliance. Our systems and staff align with HIPAA regulations and industry best practices to protect sensitive health data and meet payer guidelines.

    From encryption to audit-ready workflows, every process is designed with security and legal compliance in mind.

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    Collect 20% More With
    Managed Revenue Cycle Services

    Maximize your reimbursements and streamline your billing process with MLM’s proven RCM services healthcare providers trust. Let us handle your medical revenue service collections while you focus on patient care.

    FAQs

    If treatment is provided without prior payment, a lien allows the provider to claim payment from the workers’ comp insurer. MLM files and manages this process end-to-end.

    You reduce overhead, eliminate billing errors, and recover more revenue. Our workers’ compensation account specialists ensure fast, accurate results.

    The main components include patient registration, insurance verification, coding, billing, claims submission, payment posting, and denial management.

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