Healthcare Law Today

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Starting January 1, 2023, Medicare will cover telehealth-based treatment services delivered by federally-accredited opioid treatment programs (OTPs), commonly referred to as “methadone clinics.” CMS also extended coverage for SUD treatment services provided via telehealth.

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Medisys Compliance

MARCH 19, 2024

For behavioral/mental health providers offering MAT services, understanding its clinical efficacy is only one piece of the puzzle. 99408: Substance abuse and structured screening and brief intervention services (SBIRT) for brief counseling interventions. Looking to streamline your billing process?

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HIPAA Journal

MARCH 13, 2022

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. Is HIPAA a Federal Rule? Is HIPAA a Federal Law?

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Hall Render

MAY 9, 2023

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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C&M Health Law

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Earlier this week, the United States Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) that proposes to make sweeping changes to regulations at 42 C.F.R. Attorney and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

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Healthcare It News

APRIL 28, 2023

Department of Health & Human Services and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT offered some updates on how the agencies are working together and with others to help shape a "digital healthcare system of the future" that works for everyone. " And it's not just within HHS.

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Health Law Advisor

MARCH 7, 2023

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.

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