SPOTLIGHT -
April 25th 2024
A hands-on approach may be better for physicians to manage claims.
UnitedHealth updates situation on ransomware hack that has disrupted medical and pharmacy processes across the nation.
April 24th 2024
Health care was an influence in FTC decision, but effects for nonprofits are up in the air.
The ruling is going to be difficult to interpret and enforce.
The top news stories in medicine today.
CARES Act compliance for physicians: The provider relief fund, explained
What to know about the provider relief fund and how to avoid costly mistakes in the use of the funding.
PPP loans and practice finance options
Everything you need to know about getting money to help your practice survive
How long will it take to receive money from a private lender?
The type of lender will play a big role in how quickly money appears in your account.
CMS seeks primary care practices to enroll in alternate payment model
The Primary Care First Model options ties patient health outcomes to practice payments.
What can the money from a loan be used for?
Make sure you are on the same page as your lender when it comes to how funds will be utilized.
Large number of hospitals not complying with price transparency rule
A sampling done by Health Affairs shows that many of the largest hospitals aren’t following guidelines and are not in compliance with the CMS rule
Amazon Care going nationwide
The online sales behemoth will roll its hybrid telehealth and in-person health care service across the U.S. this summer.
House bill would extend Medicare sequestration moratorium
If passed, the bill would extend the moratorium to the end of the year rather than the end of this month.
MedPAC releases Medicare payment policy recommendations
The committee’s report to congress includes recommendations for fee-for-service, Medicare Advantage, Part D, and telehealth.
What will a lender look at when deciding whether to make a loan to a practice?
Be prepared to provide a variety of tax, bank, and payroll expenses.
2021 E/M Guidelines Based on Time
Answers to common questions.
CMS increasing payment for COVID-19 vaccinations
The national average payment rate will increase by about $12 for administering each dose of the vaccines.
What financing options are available to help a practice survive?
A myriad of choices can help your practice, but be sure to make the right choice for your situation.
ACP applauds American Rescue Plan
The internists organization says that provisions of the legislation will improve health care in the U.S.
Tax and financial planning tips for physicians
Tax planning tips for physicians, on this week’s Medical Economics Pulse
Straightforward advice for healthcare startups
There are many ways that a health care startup can falter and fail. But more importantly, there are also ways to navigate those pitfalls to increase your potential for success.
Are the PPP loans a good option for practices to get through these tough times?
These low interest loans provide plenty of opportunities, if you follow all the rules.
Biden investing $250 million for COVID-19 safety, vaccination in underserved population
The funds will go toward health literacy grants for racial and ethnic minority, rural, and other vulnerable populations.
Why Workforce Development for Value-Based Care is a Vital Issue to Address
The key enabler for the future of our industry is workforce readiness to deliver on the promise of high value, high quality care that delivers equitable outcomes for all.
ABIM extends MOC requirements deadline through 2022
Internists and internal medicine subspecialists will have an additional year to complete their maintenance of certification (MOC) requirements.
Will women transform medicine?
As the number of women doctors grows, many are trying to square that promise with the systemic challenges they face.
Prepare your practice for a private equity transaction
Preparing for a private equity transaction can help strengthen your practice’s business structure, even if you ultimately forgo potential opportunities.
Put lenders to the test
Before taking out a loan, ask these 8 essential questions
Billing Codes for COVID-19 vaccines
A list of administration codes for the various vaccine products.
Your doctor will (remotely) see you now
Medicare’s new rules created a $30 billion market overnight.
AMA analysis shows pandemic Medicare spending changes
Malpractice trends in 2021: Costs, predictions and advice for physicians
Are malpractice insurance costs increasing? Find out, on this week's Medical Economics Pulse.
Increase in more expensive hospital stay draws government scrutiny
Office of the Inspector General recommends CMS conduct targeted hospital reviews for possible upcoding violations
Financial pressure on health care facilities could threaten access to care
The COVID-19 vaccine will continue to affect the financial situation of health care facilities through 2021.
2021 E/M coding changes: Your questions, answered
Your E/M coding questions, answered, on this week's Medical Economics Pulse.