User Guides & Fact Sheets (2024)

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On this page you will find information and resources regarding the NCTracks system, in the form of fact sheets and user guides on a variety of topics.

User Guides

The following User Guides are intended to provide step-by-step instructions to complete a variety of common provider activities. The guides are organized by major topic areas to facilitate ease of use.

Provider Record Maintenance

  • How to Submit a Manage Change Request adding a Service Location and Affiliate an Individual Provider Record to a Group/Organization in NCTracks (PDF, 1430 KB)
  • How to Add or Update Accreditation on the provider profile in NCTracks (PDF, 1709 KB)
  • How to Add or Update Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Information in NCTracks (PDF, 1358 KB)
  • How to Affiliate an Individual Provider Record to a Group-Organization in NCTracks (PDF, 1214 KB)
  • How to Manage Your NCTracks Addresses (PDF, 1630 KB)
  • How to Enter EIN - You must enter text with 9 or fewer characters (PDF, 221 KB)
  • How to select a Billing Agent and Other Claims Submission Options in NCTracks (PDF, 1574 KB)
  • How to Enroll, Update or Terminate CCNC/CA Managed Care Plans (PDF, 1666 KB)
  • NC Health Information Exchange (HIE) Network Status and Hardship (1, 1267 KB)

Enrollment and Re-verification

  • How to Complete Re-verification in NCTracks (1, 2153 KB)
  • How to Enroll in North Carolina Medicaid as an Individual Practitioner (PDF, 3830 KB)
  • How to Enroll in North Carolina Medicaid as an Organization (PDF, 2293 KB)

Prior Approval

  • How To Determine the Status of Pharmacy PAs (PDF, 331 KB)
  • How to Enter a Dental or Orthodontic Prior Approval in NCTracks (PDF, 1099 KB)
  • How to Request Retroactive Approval for LTC (PDF, 89 KB)
  • How to Submit Prior Approval Attachments in NCTracks (PDF, 668 KB)
  • How to Submit a Prior Approval Request for Hearing Aids (PDF, 714 KB)
  • Medication History Request Job Aid (PDF, 395 KB)

Claims Submission

  • How to Add an Attachment to a Claim (3, 555 KB)
  • How to Add Billing and Rendering Provider Taxonomy Information to a Claim - Edit 07011 (PDF, 733 KB)
  • How to Indicate Other Payer Details on a Claim In NCTracks and Batch Submissions (PDF, 678 KB)
  • How to Resolve the Claims Reject Edit 00431 for Community Alternatives Program (CAP) Providers (PDF, 1496 KB)
  • How to Submit Claim Adjustments and Time Limit and Medicare Overrides (PDF, 513 KB)
  • How to Submit Claims with PA Using Local W Codes (PDF, 488 KB)
  • How to Update a Claim in the Pend Status resulting from an Incorrect Billing Location (PDF, 446 KB)
  • Understanding NCCI Edits (PDF, 27 KB)
  • ORH COVID-19 Claim Submission Job Aid (PDF, 715 KB)

Taxonomy

  • How to View and Update Taxonomy (PDF, 1704 KB)
  • How to Select a Taxonomy Code in NCTracks (PDF, 329 KB)

Financial

  • Document Viewer Guide (PDF, 366 KB)
  • How to Retrieve an NCTracks RA from a Previous Checkwrite (PDF, 587 KB)

Fact Sheets

Below are various fact sheets to use as quick and easy references for key topics. Download, print, and post these to refer to in the office.

  • NCTracks Back to Basics (PDF, 240 KB)
  • Features of NCTracks Portal Help System (PDF, 146 KB)
  • NCTracks Ambulance Provider Fact Sheet (PDF, 292 KB)
  • NCTracks Claims Adjudication Fact Sheet (PDF, 674 KB)
  • NCTracks e-Signature Fact Sheet (PDF, 350 KB)
  • NCTracks NCID Fact Sheet (PDF, 354 KB)
  • NCTracks PayPoint Fact Sheet (PDF, 354 KB)
  • NCTracks Prior Approval Fact Sheet (PDF, 292 KB)
  • NCTracks Remittance Advice Fact Sheet (PDF, 617 KB)
  • NCTracks Taxonomy Fact Sheet (PDF, 592 KB)
  • Using the LTC DMA-0100 Form (PDF, 241 KB)
  • NCTracks NEMT Fact Sheet (PDF, 289 KB)
  • Pend for Medical Review Fact Sheet (PDF, 285 KB)
  • Six Tips for Submitting a Pharmacy PA (PDF, 126 KB)
  • NCTracks Tip #1: Adding a Location (PNG, 267 KB)
  • Re-verification Refresher: Everything You Need to Know about Re-verification (PDF, 2346 KB)
  • Re-verification Tips: Are You Due for Re-verification? (PNG, 214 KB)
  • NCTracks Tip #2: Check Twice, Avoid the Price - Double Check Your SSN (PNG, 219 KB)
  • NCTracks Tip #3: Misdirected Faxes (PNG, 219 KB)
  • NCTracks Common Questions: Currently Enrolled Provider Registration vs. Office Administrator Change Process? (PDF, 385 KB)

ZixMail

At certain times, the NCTracks team may need to email files with Protected Health Information (PHI) to providers. To comply with HIPAA regulations regarding privacy and security, those files must be sent encrypted. One of the applications used by NCTracks to encrypt files containing PHI is ZixMail. ZixMail is a freethird party application maintained by ZixCorp.

If you receive a ZixMail email message, go to the ZixMail website andclick on the'Register" button to create a Zix Mail account.

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User Guides & Fact Sheets (2024)

FAQs

What should a user guide contain? ›

What information do user guides have?
  1. Product description content.
  2. Explanation of product features.
  3. Product installation and setup process.
  4. Product use cases.
  5. Potential product risks and how to solve them.
  6. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
  7. Product demos, video tutorials and walkthroughs.
Dec 29, 2022

Why are user guides important? ›

User guides significantly reduce the need for customer support by providing self-help resources. It reduces the burden on customer support teams when they easily find answers to their questions or troubleshoot issues independently.

What is a user guide template? ›

A user guide is an instructional material accompanying a product, service, or system that aims to assist end users in effectively utilizing it. The purpose of a user guide goes beyond instructing users on the basic operation of a product.

Who should write user guides? ›

Lastly is user documentation. This is usually written by the product team. If they're big enough, or if the software is complex enough, there may be a separate documentation team of technical writers to handle this.

What's the difference between a user guide and a user manual? ›

While user manuals are more comprehensive, providing in-depth technical information and troubleshooting details, user guides are usually more concise, offering step-by-step instructions for users to grasp essential functionalities and navigate a product with ease.

How to create an interactive user guide? ›

10 Steps To Write Interactive User Manuals
  1. Identify Your Audience. First, conduct extensive user research to understand your audience's demographics, preferences, and skill levels. ...
  2. Define The Problem. ...
  3. Choose The Format. ...
  4. Use Clear And Concise Language. ...
  5. Include Visuals. ...
  6. Organize Content. ...
  7. Provide Context. ...
  8. Use Examples.
Apr 1, 2024

What is the difference between a user guide and a procedure? ›

Procedures may only refer to a subset of the features listed in the user guide, depending upon the individual company's needs. Also, procedures may contain instructions for using more than one software product and describe how employees can integrate multiple software applications to perform their job responsibilities.

How do you create a technical user guide? ›

How to Write a Technical Manual
  1. Create a Clear Structure. ...
  2. Create a Robust Getting Started Section. ...
  3. Add Multimedia Elements, Especially Videos. ...
  4. Improve Searchability With a Keyword Index. ...
  5. Include Troubleshooting Tips. ...
  6. Incorporate User Feedback. ...
  7. Review and Revise.
Jun 27, 2024

What is a personal user guide? ›

Personal User Manuals (also known as “Personal Operating Manuals”) are short descriptions of your background, values, and communication style. All team members should complete and exchange a Personal User Manual to help teammates better understand each other.

What should a user guide look like? ›

User guides must be accessible to as many users as possible, regardless of their product proficiency levels or industry expertise. Clear copy and short sentences without technical or industry jargon increase readability and comprehension, helping your users solve problems faster and become more confident.

What is a user documentation example? ›

User documentation comes in various formats, such as printed manuals, online help guides, and video tutorials. It acts as your trusted companion, providing valuable insights to navigate the intricacies of a particular offering. For example, consider a user manual for a digital camera.

How does user guide benefit? ›

Benefits of a User Manual for Companies
  1. Empowering Users with Knowledge: ...
  2. Reducing Customer Support Burden: ...
  3. Enhancing Product Safety: ...
  4. Improving User Onboarding: ...
  5. Building Brand Trust and Loyalty: ...
  6. Adapting to Diverse User Needs: ...
  7. Facilitating Troubleshooting and Maintenance: ...
  8. Meeting Regulatory and Compliance Standards:

How do you write an effective guide? ›

You may use the following steps to help you create your own effective how-to guide:
  1. Understand your target audience. ...
  2. Research the process. ...
  3. Decide on a title. ...
  4. Create actionable steps. ...
  5. Simplify your language. ...
  6. Incorporate examples. ...
  7. Include additional tips. ...
  8. Proofread.

How do you make a good guide? ›

A how-to guide should include an introduction, content broken up into sections, step-by-step instructions, images, and resources. Tutorials provide step-by-step instructions for someone who has no experience with a topic, and they're usually more hands-on.

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