Medicare and Medicaid Paying Their Fair Shares
According to the American Hospital Association (AHA), Medicare reimbursed hospitals at just 82 percent of the cost of care in 2022, meaning hospitals absorbed an
According to the American Hospital Association (AHA), Medicare reimbursed hospitals at just 82 percent of the cost of care in 2022, meaning hospitals absorbed an
In December 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal challenging an Arkansas law requiring pharmaceutical companies to provide drug discounts through third-party
The recent convergence of fiscal austerity and political realignment in Washington, D.C. has placed essential healthcare programs under heightened scrutiny. Chief among them are the
External audit volume more than doubled in 2024 over 2023, while total at-risk dollars increased fivefold to $11.2 million, according to a report outlining a
While it is common to have payer contracts include a substantial percentage discount off of your billed charge, the practice creates avoidable risk. Healthcare pricing
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) got a new arrow in its quiver, allowing it to exponentially increase its ability to prosecute certain types of
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has released the proposed rule for the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, or MPFS, setting the stage for
We all know that Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements rates are awful. We also know that the states’ audit processes of healthcare providers causes damages to
This series will examine how breakthroughs in the technologies used in medical research are revolutionizing healthcare. We will start with Molecular Biology, where advances in
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) can’t seem to catch a break of late. 2023 has been a tough year for the agency,
Last week, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) gave itself a very bad report card on how it did during the first year
There are 50 Shades of Grey in federal prepayment review. I hate wishy-washy laws. If a law exists, in my mind, it should be specific.
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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