As more physicians begin to use texting and e-mails to communicate with patients, concerns about the HIPAA Security Rule and
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CMS Extends Hardship Exemption Deadline
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has extended the deadline for providers to file for hardship exemption from
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Skilled Nursing Facilities – Medicare Changes and Proactive Management, the Mantra for FY2018
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a proposed rule (CMS-1622-P) on April 15, 2015, outlining the
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What You Need to Know About Continuous Home Care
One of the four levels of hospice care in the Medicare Hospice Benefit is Continuous Home Care (CHC). It is
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New Quality Metrics to be Developed for Physicians and Hospitals
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the trade group America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIPs) have agreed to
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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have issued the Final Rule regarding Overpayments. Here are some of the
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Improve your Accounts Receivable under new CMS guidelines, and avoid expensive, lengthy claims denials and appeals with these simple tips,
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What You Should Know for Better Quality Care Under HQRP
An exceptional patient experience is dependent on high quality care. Medicare-certified hospices are assessed for the quality of care they
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End of Meaningful Use in 2016 – What Does it Mean?
Andy Slavitt, Acting Administrator, CMS, said on Jan 12, that 2016 might likely see the end of the meaningful use
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Medicare can be a confusing process, there’s no denying it. And each year brings with it changes that can radically
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