March 28th 2024
The peculiarities of healthcare makes private equity investments a fraught proposition.
March 15th 2024
The new rule aligns more closely with HIPAA.
March 14th 2024
Health care employers have the obligation to protect their employees and their patients, while also complying with applicable state and federal laws.
March 13th 2024
Healthcare employers have to strike a balance between their ADA responsibilities and the privacy of their employees.
February 29th 2024
Also the US Department of Health and Human Services is emphasizing cybersecurity.
For MGMA16 Attendees, MACRA Will Steal the Show
The final MACRA rule was released a few weeks ago. Not surprisingly, MGMA16 plans to provide attendees a lot of information on the subject.
9 Things to Do and See at MGMA16 Annual Conference
If you are attending this year’s Medical Group Management Association conference in San Francisco, here are nine things to put on your agenda.
How Does the Fight against Opioids Affect Your Practice?
Different states are enacting various prescription measures to fight against opioid abuse. Here's what you need to know about these regulations.
Coding Questions: Collecting Copays from Annual Exams
What are the rules when it comes to completing chart notes after the time of service? Can doctors charge a copay for an annual exam?
Using a Cloud Service Provider? Get a BAA
Recent guidance from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) reinforces that the HIPAA conduit exception does not apply to Cloud Service Providers.
Doctors are Divided on the 2016 Presidential Election
Donald Trump vs. Hillary Clinton? Many physicians are having a hard time picking either and healthcare isn't the reason why.
MACRA, MIPS and APMs: An Unappetizing Alphabet Soup
The cold reality of life under MACRA should be alarming to small and solo practice physicians.
The United States Health Care Delivery System in 2016
After watching the final Presidential debate of the 2016 election, one physician wonders where do we go from here?
Clicking for "Quality" Care is Frustrating
One doctor shares her problems with insurance companies making time-consuming, non-reimbursed checklist requests of physicians.
MACRA Final Rule Brings Optimism, Lingering Concern
Experts analyze the final rule adjusting Medicare reimbursement. Were there more positive or negative developments for small practices?
8 Quotes that Will Help You Understand MACRA Better
Don't have time to read 2,300 pages of MACRA policy? Here are eight quotes that can help you understand the rule better.
MACRA Final Rule Released, Small Practices Given Support
CMS drops the final rule for implementation of MACRA. What does it mean for small practices?
Top 5 Strategies to Succeed Under MACRA
Before you know it, your reimbursement will be affected by MACRA. Here are five ways practices can prepare now.
Practice Rounds: AMA Lends a Hand with MACRA
The AMA introduces digital tools to help practices transition to the MACRA era. New data reveals which specialties are Republican.
Steps to Avoid Bad Business Associate Agreement Behavior
Here are six things physician practices can do to stay HIPAA compliant and not get in trouble for a failed business associate agreement.
The Evolution of the Medical Biller
Based on the evolution of the field, medical billers have to adapt or they'll find themselves out of a job.
Compliance or Preventative (Legal) Care for Practices
Here are eight elements of an effective corporate compliance program, which can prevent healthcare fraud and abuse before it ever starts.
Task Force Hones in on Medicare Fraud
Here are a few lessons practices can take from the recent announcement of criminal charges brought up against three physicians by a federal task force.
How to Protect Your Practice from Cybercrime
Your practice is a favorite target for cyberattacks. Here are steps you can take to avoid being victimized by these crimes.
Physicians are Frustrated with the Affordable Care Act
Ask physicians about the ACA this election season and you'll find many don't think they are better off than they were four years ago.
Is Cyber-Security Insurance Right for Your Practice?
With cyberattacks and breaches of patient data becoming disturbingly common, cyber-security insurance might be worth the cost.
Use MACRA Flexibility to Prepare, Not Slack Off
CMS recently gave physicians much-needed flexibility in complying with MACRA. Now, physicians must make use of this reprieve.
MACRA Changes Are a Good First Step, Say Provider Groups
Provider groups say CMS' changes to the first year of MACRA compliance reporting are a nice first step, but more needs to be done.
Practice Rounds: CMS Announces Flexibility for MACRA
Big news out of CMS this week with acting administrator, Andy Slavitt announcing flexibility for physicians in complying with MACRA regulations next year
The Problem with Certifying Many Medical Specialties
For many medical specialties, like those in surgery, it seems foolish to require providers to take a paper certification test.
Rules of the Road for Texting Patient Information
Are you texting a fellow provider or a patient? Here is what you should know with regards to HIPAA and compliance.
Physicians Should Understand the Basics of Ransomware
It doesn't matter how small or big your practice is, you need to be prepared for ransomware attacks.
Technology Critical for Smaller Practices to Tackle MACRA
Smaller practices are less likely to use or upgrade technology, but they may not survive MACRA without it.
The Downside to HIPAA Compliance at this Practice
Can a practice be TOO committed to HIPAA? In this case of this organization, the answer to that question might be a somewhat confusing yes.
'Educate Yourself Now' on MACRA, Advises Consultant
Can small practices make it through MACRA? In this podcast, Pam Minichiello of the Massachusetts eHealth Collaborative says it depends on preparation.