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Compliance as Competitive Advantage: Boost Your Practice in 2024

In the ever-changing scenario of healthcare regulation, staying in front of changing rules and regulations and unlocking your compliance skills is a great challenge for healthcare payers. Increasing the reactive approach and proactively identifying regulatory risks in their early stages is imperativ... View More

The Importance of Training and Education for Healthcare Compliance

Healthcare compliance is essential to staying informed about changing laws, regulations, and the best practices needed to achieve it. Preventing fraud and maintaining ethical standards in healthcare services and patient care is essential. Consequently, providing healthcare employees, staff, and pers... View More

Impact of the CMS Physician Final Rules on Physician Reimbursement

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has reduced a certain amount in the conversion factor (CF), dropping the rate from $34.61 to $33.06. This change represents a $1.55 decrease compared to the 2022 rate. The finalization of this rule has sparked concern among numerous providers due ... View More

What to Expect in Health Information Privacy Compliance in 2024 and Beyond

The healthcare industry has witnessed many technological advancements focusing on improving patient data privacy and security. However, for organizations in the healthcare industry, it’s crucial to be aware of health information privacy compliance in 2024. The field undergoes significant changes, ... View More

Provider Enrollment vs Credentialing What is the Difference

If you are confused between provider enrollment and credentialing, you have landed on the right platform. However, both are vital processes in the healthcare industry and are crucial for building a successful provider enrollment program. This piece of work will help you navigate the key difference b... View More

CMS Finalizes Medicare Rates, Policies, and Hospital Payment Rates for 2024

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the final rule on August 1, 2023, for the fiscal year (FY) 2024 Medicare hospital inpatient prospective payment system (IPPS) and long-term care hospital prospective payment system (LTCH PPS). As a healthcare associate, it’s crucial to be a... View More

What Covers in Preventive Medicare Services

The government designs the medicare program for older people with disabilities who turn 65. You can enroll in the program three months before your milestone birthday and continue for a maximum of three months following. You'll be registered in Medicare by default if you get Social Security benef... View More

What is Online Tracking Technology, and How to Find and Remove Tracking Tec

According to the HHS (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services), tracking technologies are tools that websites and mobile apps use to monitor what users do on their platforms. These tools help them understand how people use their services and improve them. It's important to know that we&#... View More

Recall The Four Core Elements Of An Emergency Preparedness Program

Do you have a well-planned emergency preparedness program? Does it comply with the CMS's new guidelines or a TJC compliance? If you’re an organization participating in Medicare and Medicaid Programs, then it’s imperative to have a robust Emergency Preparedness Plan. The final Emergency Prepa... View More

Provider Credentialing What You Need to Know

The healthcare profession is one of the trusted occupations after the pandemic or before that, and it's because of the trusted systems in the healthcare industry. However, ensuring the competence and reliability of healthcare providers is paramount. This is where provider credentialing, often ca... View More

Innovative Payment Approaches for Methadone Treatment

Behavioral health services covered by Medicare, which are services related to mental health and substance use, can significantly impact a person's overall well-being. It's important to know what CMS Physician Proposed Rule 2024 is. Methadone is an FDA-approved medication for treating Opio... View More

What You Need to Know for HIPAA Compliance in 2023

In the modern healthcare landscape, protecting patient data is paramount. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) plays a crucial role in safeguarding sensitive health information from misuse, ensuring confidentiality, and promoting trust between patients and healthcare provi... View More