Frequently asked questions
How long has NGA been in business?
NGA Healthcare has been in operation since 2014, and we have decades of Payer Negotiation Experience.
How do you charge for your services?
NGA Healthcare works with our clients to accomodate their cash flow needs and we can charge flat fees or % of increases based on performance.
Do you negotiate new contracts?
NGA Healthcare can obtain and negotiate new contracts and renegotiate existing contracts for nearly every speciality all over the U.S.
How long does it take to negotiate contacts?
On average renegotiations take 7 months, and new contract negotiations average between 4-8 months, but it's highly dependent on the individual payers.
What specialities have you successfuly negotiated?
As long as the specialty isn't strictly hostpital based we have likely negotiated payer contracts for it in the past.
What states do you negotiate in?
We can negotiate in every state, and we've negotiated in over 46 states and counting.
Can you negotiate and obtain National Contracts?
Yes, we negotiate and obtain National contracts, as long as the practice meets the contracting requirements for each payer.
Does NGA have referrences we can speak with?
Yes, we can provide physician/practice references upon request
How much does it cost?
We charge an initiation fee (which is guaranteed) that is determined by your practice size/specialty/location, and then performance fees based on the contracts or increases we obtain, but only once we obtain the increase or new contract.
What kind of guarantee do you offer?
If we are negotiating at least 5 contracts, we guarantee we will obtain an increase and/or new contract, or there is no cost to you.
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