Valant

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

The Second Temporary Rule , published October 10, 2023, extended these flexibilities to all practitioner-patient relationships, regardless of when they were established. Developing contingency plans for patient care, including strategies for transitioning telehealth patients to in-person care, is key.

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We Care Online

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

While your work experience section is typically the most important part of the document, adding volunteer experience in your resume can help you plug gaps in your work experience and include skills that would otherwise be missing.

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Mobius MD

JULY 1, 2024

Between EHR documentation, inbox management, prior authorizations, and other clerical tasks, it’s a wonder physicians have time to care for patients. Now, they face growing demands associated with documentation and regulatory compliance. Healthcare’s administrative burden also affects patients.

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Mobius MD

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The AMA President called the physician shortage an “urgent crisis” in a 2023 statement. Implementing technology to automate clinical documentation can be game-changing since physicians still average 10 hours per week on clinical documentation. Technology can also improve patient care by reducing barriers to early doctor visits.

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ACI Medical & Dental School

OCTOBER 24, 2023

ACI Medical & Dental School Prepares Students for In Demand Healthcare Jobs ( Updated for 2023 ) The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) has released their 2023 Industry Outlook , which continues to show that jobs for allied health professionals in the US are growing at 13%, a much faster rate than other professions.

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ACMA Blog

JUNE 25, 2024

Managed Care Pharmacist (MCP): Managed care pharmacists can aid in the PA process by applying their medication knowledge in reviewing whether the medication is prescribed or taken appropriately. They help the patient obtain a PA by communicating with the pharmacy and provider’s office.

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The Healthcare Blog

MARCH 13, 2024

As organizations committed to sound science and holistic patient care, we are encouraged by the benefits of these new therapies for diabetes. The clinical evidence shows that GLP-1s are highly effective for controlling blood glucose levels among patients living with Type 2 diabetes and certain co-morbidities.

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ACMA Blog

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Managed Care Pharmacist (MCP) : Managed care pharmacists can aid in the PA process by applying their medication knowledge in reviewing whether the medication is prescribed or taken appropriately. They help the patient obtain a PA by communicating with the pharmacy and provider’s office. Patient Care Coordinators.

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Relias

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

In April, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services proposed a $320 million decrease in Medicare payments to skilled nursing facilities for fiscal year 2023. Building wound care expertise and maximizing your organization’s reimbursements through the Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) is now more essential than ever.

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Relias

JUNE 1, 2023

More technology is not always the best solution In a recent healthcare provider survey , half of healthcare executives said the revenue cycle is a top priority for software investment in 2023. Working with IT and vendors, the patient access team developed a single sign-on. Missing documentation can cause rework for revenue cycle staff.

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Relias

JUNE 1, 2023

More technology is not always the best solution In a recent healthcare provider survey , half of healthcare executives said the revenue cycle is a top priority for software investment in 2023. Working with IT and vendors, the patient access team developed a single sign-on. Missing documentation can cause rework for revenue cycle staff.

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ACMA Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2024

The goal of PAs is to ensure patients receive the most appropriate care for their medical needs in agreement with the most up-to-date medical evidence and guidelines 1. Prior authorizations can be very time-consuming, as they require documentation and paperwork from healthcare providers to show why the patient would need the treatment.

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Relias

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Salisbury-Sizemore and her colleagues are working with agencies to boost care coordination efforts prior to the upcoming nationwide expansion of the Home Health Value-Based Purchasing (HHVBP) program, when the stakes will be higher for home health. Documentation in the medical record. Document all coordination.

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Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

It can rob you of the joy of caring and potentially deprive your patients of the care they need. adults conducted by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) in April 2023 found that more than 40% of respondents have experienced a “longer than reasonable” wait for healthcare. They include: Rest.

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Valant

JANUARY 25, 2024

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD-10) released updates for 2024 related to behavioral health, which went into effect October 1, 2023. These revisions help practitioners communicate more accurately about patient diagnoses. This year’s changes include revisions to coding regulations for certain conditions.

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Relias

APRIL 10, 2025

After a tornado strikes, it leaves a trail of devastation damaged buildings, disrupted services, and, in the case of healthcare organizations, interrupted patient care. This documentation is critical for submitting claims to FEMAs Public Assistance Program or applying for other federal and state recovery aid.

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Relias

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is planning to implement the Home Health Value-Based Purchasing (HHVBP) model nationwide in 2023. This model enhances the focus on patient needs and outcomes accompanying the Patient-Driven Groupings Model (PDGM) for home health, implemented in January 2020.

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The HIPAA Journal

DECEMBER 24, 2022

The table will be updated to include the multiplier for 2023 when it is officially applied. The 2023 multiplier is 1.07745. The HHS has not officially applied the cost-of-living adjustment multiplier for 2023, the deadline for which is January 15, 2023. 3-Year Jail Term for VA Employee Who Stole Patient Data.

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Prism Career Institute

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The Administrative Roles of a Medical Assistant While much of the position revolves around medical tools and equipment and patient care, medical assistants are also needed for clerical duties. These medical professionals will often be asked to take patient calls, schedule appointments, and get necessary insurance information.

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Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Shelise Valentine is an important nursing leader , and we’re pleased to profile her as part of the Champions of Nursing Diversity Series 2023. I was comfortable and confident in communicating with physicians and had opportunities to improve patient care, so I was asked to be the Patient Safety Officer in Obstetrics.

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ACMA Blog

MAY 21, 2024

Through enhanced coding and charge capture, these algorithms analyze clinical documentation to propose precise medical codes, minimizing the risk of undercoding or overcoding while ensuring comprehensive coverage of billable services. Published April 3, 2023. References Lage K. www.revelemd.com. Accessed April 9, 2024. 2024;7(1):1-3.

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Myndshft Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Unfortunately, The Getting Over Lengthy Delays in Care as Required by Doctors Act of 2023, AKA the Gold Card Act, would only apply to services and medical devices. Such tasks divert valuable resources away from patient care, creating inefficiencies and increasing overall healthcare costs. Legislative efforts like H.R.

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Arkenea

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The reason is simple – a sense of protection for patient health information. In 2023, 725 data breaches were reported to OCR and across those breaches, more than 133 million records were exposed or impermissibly disclosed. It’s no secret that ChatGPT is playing a crucial role in the healthcare sector.

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ACMA Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Lost workforce productivity was measured as a share of physicians who “reported that prior authorizations had impeded a patient’s job performance.” Survey details from (American Medical Association, 2023). Additionally, the software is capable of accepting proprietary internal documents. Data sourced from (Mills, 2021).

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Pulmonology Advisor - Practice Management

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The 2023 Medscape survey found that plastic surgery is now the happiest specialty, with 71% of physicians reporting they are “very happy” or “happy” outside of work. The AMA/RAND survey found that physicians who worked at a practice they thought provided high-quality care felt more professional satisfaction.

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Practice Index

MARCH 31, 2024

With several documents related to the contract being released on Thursday (28th April) afternoon, we've taken a look at the contract updates to give you a head start on the requirements of the contract so you're up and running quickly.

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Practice Index

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

QOF points are based (in 2023/24) on an average practice list size of 9,639 and an average QOF point value of £213.93. J – Justify : Most indicators are based on NICE guidelines so they can be justified as being part of QOF to evidence that the practice is giving good patient care and demonstrating best practice.

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Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This means NPs can evaluate patients, diagnose, order, and interpret diagnostic tests, and initiate and manage treatments (including prescribing medications) under the licensing authority of the State Board of Nursing. Since 2023, 27 states and the District of Columbia have granted NPs full practice authority (AANP, 2023).

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Health Prime

AUGUST 1, 2024

Additionally, learn valuable tips for accurate documentation and coding to optimize reimbursement while adhering to regulatory requirements. Updates to COVID-19 administration and product codes, effective November 1, 2023. Read the complete document here: Category I Immunization Long Code Descriptors | AMA (ama-assn.org).

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