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The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has announced relaxation in HIPAA rules for covered entities and business associates who participate in good faith in the COVID-19 testing site operation. It doesn't stop there, but HIPAA penalties won't apply to covered healthcare providers for practicing telehealth medicine using third-party applications such as Skype or Facebook Messenger

The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has announced relaxation in HIPAA rules for covered entities and business associates who participate in good faith in the COVID-19 testing site operation.

Medical billing process relies on efficient medical billing and coding services. It is an intricate activity that requires a lot of concentration and precision.  Medical billers and coder need to be professional and capable enough of handling multitasking.

It is one of the enormous challenges to collect the data and information of all the patients for completing the administrative duties. There are specific tasks which require the complete data collection of the patient for better results.

The window for MIPS 2019 performance score review is closed now. Now, eligible physicians must focus on MIPS 2020 data submission and enjoy flexibilities amidst COVID to compensate for the lost revenue.

CMS has come up with practical solutions for the healthcare industry; it has constantly fought against the burnout epidemic by reducing reporting requirements. We, as a MIPS Qualified Registry, appreciate their efforts and of their administrator, Ms. Seema Verma.

Ms. Seema Verma lays out the plan to enhance quality in healthcare in the 2020 CMS Quality Conference. For the plan to execute in a meaningful way, the article discusses the chapter of strategy and implementation comprehensively.

Osseointegration Implants are basically artificial implants that can be made of a plastic material that is designed to prevent the formation of new tooth structures in the jaw. The osseointegration implants are used to support prosthetic tooth replacement of various functionalities and designs. They replace anything from a single missing tooth to a full arch of teeth. These implants directly fuse with the bone and thus, they offer strength and durability to the new tooth. Generally, the replacement teeth are made to match with existing enamel color of each patient, thereby offering a completely natural appearance. The concept of osseointegration implants is that they help one heal their jaw from the inside out so that new tooth formations do not form anywhere near the damaged area. Apart from being used in dental implants, osseointegration implants are used in limb prosthesis for stable and improved walking and joint movement. These implants are directly connected to bones and therefore do not cause skin breakdown. Besides they feel like an extension of the natural body part. Read More @ https://coherentmarketinsights-cmi.blogspot.com/2020/11/osseointegration-implants-are-proving.html

Corona has overburdened the healthcare system, and CMS has announced some relaxations for eligible physicians to facilitate them. Read how CMS has eased the MIPS 2020 data submission process.

Medical doctor (MD) and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) are two different entities that work with the same mission but different approaches, as DO goes with a holistic approach for treatment. QPP MIPS, being an incentive payment program, allows them both to deliver quality healthcare to patients. However, there are a few commonly used MIPS Quality Measures that both doctors can use and register their value-based care. Last year, the condition was a little different with MIPS data submission, but for MIPS 2021, the requirements are seen to be a bit flexible, and the corona pandemic is the reason for that. From Advance Care Plan to the MIPS Quality Measures, associated with the common illnesses and conditions, eligible clinicians have to check which measures are most suitable for their practice. An easy way to go through the process of MIPS 2021 reporting is to find a MIPS Qualified Registry. They have the resources and the trained MIPS consultants to help you meet your objectives.

Medical doctor (MD) and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) are two different entities that work with the same mission but different approaches, as DO goes with a holistic approach for treatment. QPP MIPS, being an incentive payment program, allows them both to deliver quality healthcare to patients.

AMA recently released the new CPT codes for COVID-19 vaccines. Medical billing services can take notes of them to better accommodate the billing requirements.

Regular smoking can be a cause of chest pain, and chest tightness and can also lead to angina. So are there medicines to help you quit smoking? Luckily there is. Quitting smoking is a significant step towards improving your health and overall well-being. However, it can be a challenging journey, often requiring that you get additional support to overcome cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Medications can play a vital role in assisting you to quit smoking successfully.