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,
I often emphasize the importance of choosing your words carefully, and today I’d like to do that in the context of what is often called
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
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
Since we are a few days into 2024, and every Medicare patient’s yearly deductible resets, it is an opportune time to review a few payment
In a recent final rule, CMS-4201-F, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) went to great lengths to specify that Medicare Advantage (MA) plans
In light of Medicare finally forcing big pharma to do what it has to do and negotiate drug prices, I want to talk about a
MDaudit recently released its 2023 Benchmark Report on the trends, challenges, and opportunities being encountered by healthcare organizations in the United States. Crucial needs emphasize that
Ok, I will admit that I am a glass-half-empty guy. I would love to always see the positives in things, but someone has to be
Hello to all of my esteemed colleagues with curious minds; today we will embark on a journey into the complex world of Medicare and Medicaid
What happens when the streams cross? One of the most memorable lines from the 1984 comedy film Ghostbusters was when Harold Ramis’s character, Egon Spengler,
Well, I suppose I have given you enough of a break from my writing about Medicare Advantage (MA) plans and the Two-Midnight Rule. Last week,
Struggling with CMS’s 3-Day Payment Window? Join compliance expert Michael G. Calahan, PA, MBA, CCO, to master billing restrictions for pre-admission and inter-facility services. Learn how to avoid audit risks, optimize revenue cycle workflows, and ensure compliance across departments. Critical for C-suite leaders, providers, coders, revenue cycle teams, and compliance teams—this webcast delivers actionable strategies to protect reimbursements and meet federal regulations.
Providers face increasing Medicare audits when using skin substitute grafts, leaving many unprepared for claim denials and financial liabilities. Join veteran healthcare attorney Andrew B. Wachler, Esq., in this essential webcast and master the Medicare audit process, learn best practices for compliant billing and documentation, and mitigate fraud and abuse risks. With actionable insights and a live Q&A session, you’ll gain the tools to defend your practice and ensure compliance in this rapidly evolving landscape.
Dr. Ronald Hirsch dives into the basics of Medicare for clinicians to be successful as utilization review professionals. He’ll break down what Medicare does and doesn’t pay for, what services it provides and how hospitals get paid for providing those services – including both inpatient and outpatient. Learn how claims are prepared and how much patients must pay for their care. By attending our webcast, you will gain a new understanding of these issues and be better equipped to talk to patients, to their medical staff, and to their administrative team.
Hospitals face growing challenges in measuring observation metrics due to inconsistencies in classification, payer policies, and benchmarking practices. Join Tiffany Ferguson, LMSW, CMAC, ACM, and Anuja Mohla, DO, FACP, MBA, ACPA-C, CHCQM-PHYADV as they provide critical insights into refining observation metrics. This webcast will address key issues affecting observation data integrity and offer strategies for improving consistency in reporting. You will learn how to define meaningful metrics, clarify commonly misinterpreted terms, and apply best practices for benchmarking, and gain actionable strategies to enhance observation data reliability, mitigate financial risk, and drive better decision-making.
Struggling with ICD-10-CM coding for diabetes and complications? This expert-led webcast clarifies complex combination codes, documentation gaps, and sequencing rules to reduce denials and ensure compliance. Dr. Angela Comfort will provide actionable strategies to accurately link diabetes to complications, improve provider documentation, and optimize reimbursement—helping coders, CDI specialists, and HIM leaders minimize audit risks and strengthen revenue integrity. Don’t miss this chance to master diabetes coding with real-world case studies, key takeaways, and live Q&A!
Uncover critical guidance. Kay Piper provides an interactive review on coding guidelines and more in the AHA’s fourth quarter 2025 ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding Clinic in an easy to access on-demand webcast.
Uncover critical guidance. Kay Piper provides an interactive review on coding guidelines and more in the AHA’s third quarter 2025 ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding Clinic in an easy to access on-demand webcast.
Uncover critical guidance. Kay Piper provides an interactive review on coding guidelines and more in the AHA’s second quarter 2025 ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding Clinic in an easy to access on-demand webcast.
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