National News and Federal Legislative Updates
Today’s update touches on a number of healthcare news stories we are seeing at the federal level. Taking lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, the
Today’s update touches on a number of healthcare news stories we are seeing at the federal level. Taking lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, the
Remuneration. It is a weird word. It almost sounds like reMOOneration, which I imagine is when a cow has acid reflux. Or MOONeration, an ideal
EDITOR’S NOTE: Medicare’s legacy quality reporting programs were consolidated and streamlined into the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System, known as “MIPS.” The Merit-Based Incentive Payment System
While billing for services “incident to a physician’s” comes with challenges, the difficulties are often exaggerated. First, do you need to have a physician present
The voices calling out for a “patient-centric care model” are either rapidly fading or are being drowned out by the noises of poor payment, preauthorization,
Mergers and acquisitions in healthcare markets are viewed with heightened scrutiny by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division.
Healthcare in the United States in 2024 will see many dramatic innovations driven by information technology and microelectronics, by the brilliance of neurological and biomolecular
At the start of a new year, it is traditional to forecast what will happen in the next – but I’ve been around long enough
The recent final rule issued by the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS), Labor, and the Treasury has introduced significant changes to the
Like most of the world, I procrastinate when paying my bills. I tend to put them off until the very last minute. And that pretty
To provide a No Surprises Act update, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) new Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) guidelines face backlash from medical
It’s a rather bleak time in healthcare. Morale is low, staffing is short, supply-chain expenses are high, and in clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities
RACmonitor is proud to welcome back Dr. Ronald Hirsch, one of his most requested webcasts. In this highly anticipated session, Dr. Hirsch will break down the complex Two Midnight Rule Medicare regulations, translating them into clear, actionable guidance. He’ll walk you through the basics of the rule, offer expert interpretation, and apply the rule to real-world clinical scenarios—so you leave with greater clarity, confidence, and the tools to ensure compliance.
Bring your questions and join the conversation during this open forum series, live every Wednesday at 10 a.m. EST from June 11–July 30. Hosted by Chuck Buck, these fast-paced 30-minute sessions connect you directly with top healthcare experts tackling today’s most urgent compliance and policy issues.
Fraud convictions don’t just punish a few bad claims; they can wipe out years of reimbursements. Don’t wait for an audit to learn the rules. Join Frank Cohen, MPA, for a live Q&A on spotting red flags, avoiding liability, and protecting your practice. Register now and bring your questions!
Substance abuse is everywhere. It’s a complicated diagnosis with wide-ranging implications well beyond acute care. The face of addiction continues to change so it’s important to remember not just the addict but the spectrum of extended victims and the other social determinants and legal ramifications. Join John K. Hall, MD, JD, MBA, FCLM, FRCPC, for a critical Q&A on navigating substance abuse in 2025. Register today and be a part of the conversation!
Only ICD10monitor delivers what you need: updates on must-know changes associated with the FY26 IPPS, including new ICD-10-CM/PCS codes, CCs/MCCs, and MS-DRGs, plus insights, analysis and answers to your questions from two of the country’s most respected subject matter experts.
This third session in our 2026 IPPS Masterclass will feature a review of FY26 changes to the MS-DRG methodology and new technology add-on payments (NTAPs), presented by nationally recognized ICD-10 coding expert Christine Geiger, MA, RHIA, CCS, CRC, with bonus insights and analysis from Dr. James Kennedy.
This second session in our 2026 IPPS Masterclass will feature a review the FY26 changes to ICD-10-PCS codes. This information will be presented by nationally recognized ICD-10 coding expert Christine Geiger, MA, RHIA, CCS, CRC, with bonus insights and analysis from Dr. James Kennedy.
This first session in our 2026 IPPS Masterclass will feature an in-depth explanation of FY26 changes to ICD-10-CM codes and guidelines, CCs/MCCs, and revisions to the MCE, presented by presented by nationally recognized ICD-10 coding expert Christine Geiger, MA, RHIA, CCS, CRC, with bonus insights and analysis from Dr. James Kennedy.
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