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2015 is here, bringing with it one of the biggest industry changes to affect medical groups in years: the switch to ICD-10. October 1st deadline leaves you with limited time to determine the current issues in your billing cycle, train your staff for the ICD-10 conversion, and correspond with payers, EHR vendors, and clearinghouses to incorporate and test the required changes into your practice workflows.

2015 is here, bringing with it one of the biggest industry changes to affect medical groups in years: the switch to ICD-10. October 1st deadline leaves you with limited time to determine the current issues in your billing cycle, train your staff for the ICD-10 conversion, and correspond with payers, EHR vendors, and clearinghouses to incorporate and test the required changes into your practice workflows.

Navigating Clearinghouses After The Change Healthcare Outage

CMS proposed changes for ACO participation in SSP in compliance with QPP MIPS for MVPs. These changes are expected to be effective from next year 2021.

QPP MIPS participation is a great way to stabilize finances in the shaking economic industry. Many professionals have already started to plan and strategize on how to get maximum score in the end. Given in this article is a complete guide on MIPS 2020 eligibility status. Going through it will help in setting up goals for participation.

The QPP MIPS participation starts from knowing the eligibility status. For MIPS 2020, clinicians can check eligibility via QPP Lookup Tool. Later on, CMS updates the eligibility status that if physicians can report data to them or not. However, the reporting requirements change each year due to changed policies.

QPP MIPS participation is a great way to stabilize finances in the shaking economic industry. Many professionals have already started to plan and strategize on how to get the maximum score in the end.

Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a common condition in India. It can be very serious if it is not treated. As per a WHO (2023) report, 46% of adults are unaware that they have hypertension [1]. It is a type of 'silent killer' as individuals are usually not aware that something is wrong with their body due to the absence of major symptoms. The major high BP symptom is the blood pressure being over 180/120 mm Hg. This means there is a hypertensive crisis and you should call an ambulance in such a case. Read on to understand hypertension signs, reasons for high BP, and how to handle an emergency during a hypertensive crisis. Call MedCab emergency ambulance services for a hypertensive crisis or other medical emergencies by dialling the emergency ambulance number at 18008-908-208. What is Hypertension? Hypertension or high BP refers to the force of blood pushing against the artery walls being very high on a consistent basis. The heart would have to work harder to pump blood in the body during high BP. Untreated hypertension can have serious repercussions, such as stroke, heart attack, kidney failure and eye damage. To understand hypertension better, categorisations of BP are listed below - Normal BP - For BP to be considered normal, it should be under 120/80 mm Hg. Elevated BP - One would be considered to have elevated BP if the top number is between 120 to 129 mm Hg, while the bottom number is under 80 mm Hg. Stage 1 Hypertension - For stage 1 hypertension, the top number of the reading would be between 130 to 139 mm Hg, while the bottom number would show between 80 and 89 mm Hg. Stage 2 Hypertension - This is the most dangerous state of hypertension, and the top number is 140 mm Hg or more, and the lower number is 90 mm Hg or more. While usually high BP does not have noticeable signs and needs to be measured using the arm cuff of a BP machine, potential signs can occur. Some hypertension signs may include headaches, chest

As we enter 2024, the healthcare landscape in the United States continues to evolve, particularly with updates to Medicare and Medicaid that significantly impact physician practices. Among the most noteworthy changes are those related to Evaluation and Management (E/M) codes.

The revenue cycle management is continuing to evolve and keep pace with the constant changes in the healthcare ecosystem

Amidst the corona pandemic, CMS offered flexibilities to assist QPP MIPS 2020 eligible clinicians. Learn about the changes to submit data to CMS successfully.

Amidst the corona pandemic, CMS offered flexibilities to assist QPP MIPS 2020 eligible clinicians. Learn about the changes to submit data to CMS successfully.

It is important to adapt changes to grow and compete with the world. Healthcare organizations should also move forward with technology and expertise to be part of a progressive healthcare system. Read more about why change is important and how physicians should upgrade their revenue cycle.

Perhaps the most dramatically impacted area of healthcare as a result of the coronavirus pandemic is telehealth. Previously, the conditions were not in favor of virtual clinics because face-to-face visits were the norm. Now, however, the situation has changed.

Perhaps the most dramatically impacted area of healthcare as a result of the coronavirus pandemic is telehealth. Previously, the conditions were not in favor of virtual clinics because face-to-face visits were the norm. Now, however, the situation has changed.

Technology has changed everything, and its impact on medical billing services is not a mystery anymore. Automated tools to code, bill, and even follow-up services are capable of reducing billing errors to improve financial performance.

Technology has changed everything, and its impact on medical billing services is not a mystery anymore. Automated tools to code, bill, and even follow-up.

As mental health continues to gain recognition as a crucial component of overall well-being, mental health physicians in the United States face an evolving regulatory landscape in 2024.

What It Is: Colon cancer starts in the large intestine (colon) and often begins as benign polyps that can become cancerous over time. Symptoms: Common signs include changes in bowel habits, blood in the stool, abdominal pain, and unexplained weight loss. Diagnosis: It's often detected through screenings like colonoscopies, which can identify polyps or early-stage cancer. Treatment: Treatment options may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and targeted therapies, depending on the cancer's stage. Prevention: Regular screenings, a healthy diet, regular exercise, and avoiding smoking can help reduce the risk.

Liver cancer symptoms include abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, loss of appetite, fatigue, jaundice, nausea, vomiting, leg swelling, and changes in urine or stool color. Early stages often lack symptoms, making regular check-ups important, especially for those at higher risk. Early detection is key to better outcomes.

According to CMS, the year holds comparatively doable reporting requirements as well in an effort to reduce physician burnout. By the introduction of the "Opt-In" policy, clinicians can now participate in the program and win rewards as if they were eligible for it.

The argument that CMS needs to improve MIPS is a thing in the past. Now, the focus is on "how to devise ways that actually implement the change and stands true to its promise of a better healthcare system.

The healthcare rules in the 21st century keep changing and more frequently in the post-pandemic era. Ordinarily, physicians have limited time for administrative tasks; however, recent developments have made their time even more crucial. One comprehensive answer to resolve financial troubles once and for all is to hire a medical billing service. A medical billing company files, follow-ups, and collects from insurance companies on behalf of providers.

Compliance is a state of meeting the rules and regulations of any given program. When it comes to medical billing compliance, it is worthwhile to talk about it with America under the dark clouds of COVID-19, and healthcare dynamics continue to change as we speak.