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Comprehensive Guide to Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Billing

Medisys Compliance

Ultimately, accurate billing not only ensures fair compensation for services rendered but also underpins the sustained provision of life-saving MAT interventions, embodying the pivotal role of billing proficiency in advancing public health initiatives. Looking to streamline your billing process?

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DEA & SAMHSA Issue Temporary Rule Extending COVID-19 Telemedicine Flexibilities for Controlled Substances Prescribing Beyond the Termination of COVID-19 PHE

Hall Render

Even while utilizing the Temporary Rule, and the additional grace period it offers, telemedicine providers should be mindful of the particular elements of the Temporary Rule and ensure documented compliance with the same.

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Is HIPAA a Federal Law?

HIPAA Journal

Although the answer to the question is HIPAA is federal law is yes, there are occasions when HIPAA is pre-empted by state laws or other federal laws – adding to the complexity of compliance. required certain health plan reporting, such as for management or financial audits. pharmacies), or to specific circumstances (i.e., emergencies).

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Expanded Medicare Telehealth Coverage for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Services Furnished by Opioid Treatment Programs

Healthcare Law Today

Prior to the federal COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE), to initiate treatment with buprenorphine at an OTP, a practitioner needed to perform a complete in-person physical evaluation. Background and History of Medicare Telehealth Coverage of SUD Treatment.

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HHS Proposes Significant Amendments to Part 2 Regulations Governing the Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder Records

C&M Health Law

HHS requests comment on whether this would be sufficient time for entities to come into compliance with revised regulations, including revising policies and procedures, training workforce, and completing other implementation requirements. Attorney and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

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HHS is prioritizing consumer experience, data exchange, explainable AI

Healthcare It News

"We serve the same families in our Administration for Children and Families that we serve with Medicare and Medicaid, that we serve in our Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration," said Palm. "We're all the same people who need CDC when we need them, etc.

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The Wait is Over. Or Is It? DEA’s Proposed Rules Around Telemedicine Prescribing: Initial Impressions and Key Takeaways

Health Law Advisor

DEA’s proposed rules may be a positive step in the right direction for the telemedicine industry; however, the proposed rules also would impose significant new compliance obligations on providers which, in turn, may impose implementation challenges. Provider Education and Understanding About New Prescribing and Recordkeeping Requirements.