Simple definition
Electronic Remittance Advice: structured electronic information describing payer claim-processing results.
Beginner explanation
An ERA supports payment posting and follow-up workflows under approved system and posting rules.
Where it appears in the workflow
Payment / EOB / ERA
Workflow example
A fictional ERA line is matched to a training claim and reviewed for payment and adjustment information.
Common confusion
ERA and EOB communicate related processing information but have different formats and audiences.
Related learning
Module: EOB, ERA, and Payment Basics
Workflow: EOB Reading Workflow
Resources: EOB Reading Practice Sheet
Safe next step
Open the related workflow and identify what must be verified before using this term in real work. Definitions can depend on plan, payer, employer, contract, specialty, place of service, and current policy.
No PHI: Do not submit or upload real patient names, dates of birth, insurance IDs, medical record numbers, claim numbers, addresses, phone numbers, or any protected health information.
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