CMS is accepting comments until March 13 on its proposed rule to improve interoperability between payers and providers and eliminate barriers in the prior authorization process that put undue burden on providers and potentially put patients at risk.
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How to Engage Employees + Ultimately Improve Patient Experience
The higher the level of engagement, the more willing your employees are to deliver an outstanding experience to your patients. Engaged employees who are happy and interested in their roles will be much more invested in exceeding expectations of their leaders and your patients, friendlier when dealing with patients face-to-face or over the phone and more productive in their day-to-day responsibilities.
Read More4 Tips for Forming an Employee Advisory Group
Even the singular step of creating and effectively overseeing an EAG is likely to have a significantly positive impact on employee engagement, morale and overall company culture.
Read More3 Tips to Successfully Negotiate Your Next Payor Contract
Historically, market share has dictated authority during contract negotiations between payors and providers, often giving payors the upper hand. So how can providers of any size level the playing field? They must know what provisions to include in their contracts, leverage comparative data to change payor behavior and use price transparency rules to their advantage.
Read MoreDiagnostic Monitoring Services Under Increased Federal Scrutiny Following $45M Settlement
A cardiac monitoring company and its subsidiary agreed to a $44.9 million settlement with the Department of Justice (DOJ) following allegations they violated the False Claims Act (FCA) by billing federal programs for heart monitoring services that were knowingly performed outside the US. by unqualified technicians.
Read MoreBiden Administration Announces End to PHE on May 11, 2023
The Biden Administration announced Jan. 30 that the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) declaration will end on May 11 with the goal of preventing an abrupt end and allowing more than 90 days for healthcare providers to adjust to the operational and financial implications.
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