McBrayer Law Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

More > Tags: Audit , Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services , CMS , COVID-19 , Healthcare Compliance Issues , Medicaid , Medicare , regulatory compliance. Just as the pandemic may finally be easing, federal focus on use of COVID-19 resources promises to increase healthcare providers’ stress.

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HIT Consultant

JULY 24, 2024

The company’s AI practices are guided by standards from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST).

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HIT Consultant

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Czekai, MPH, VP of Strategic Partnerships at Cohere Health The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently proposed a new rule to advance interoperability and improve the prior authorization (PA) process for Medicare and Medicaid patients. LinkedIn – [link].

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Verisys

JANUARY 8, 2024

This type of audit is essential in the healthcare industry for several reasons: Regulatory Compliance It ensures that the healthcare organization complies with various federal and state laws and regulations. Compliance with state-specific healthcare laws and regulations is also assessed.

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Verisys

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Maintaining compliance and safeguarding against fraud and abuse in today’s changing healthcare landscape can be challenging. organizations that receive any funds from Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, or other federal programs cannot afford to employ individuals or entities excluded from even one program. 38 Medicaid Sanctions.

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Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

JANUARY 11, 2024

These screenings search through various databases containing records of individuals or organizations barred from participating in Medicaid, Medicare, or other federal/state healthcare programs due to fraud, abuse, or other offenses. Why is Sanction Screening Vital Under HIPAA?

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Compliancy Group

JANUARY 17, 2024

The OIG Work Plan, sometimes referred to as “the Work Plan” or “the Plan,” is an essential tool in securing and maintaining healthcare regulatory compliance for patient safety, privacy, and quality care.

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Innovaare Compliance

JUNE 8, 2023

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released new audit protocol changes for Medicare and Medicaid plans. These changes are significant and will have a major impact on Medicare and Medicaid plans. Increased use of data analytics: CMS will be using data analytics more extensively in its audits.

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Medisys Compliance

MARCH 7, 2024

Our team of experienced professionals utilizes cutting-edge technology and industry expertise to streamline processes, maximize reimbursements, and ensure regulatory compliance. MDS offers comprehensive billing solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.

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Compliancy Group

MAY 15, 2024

The healthcare landscape is fraught with complexities, and staying compliant involves understanding the OIG’s specific targets for hospital audits and crafting your OIG compliance program for your hospital with those in mind. Billing Integrity Hospitals must ensure that all billing practices adhere to federal laws and regulations.

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Innovaare Compliance

JULY 20, 2023

Leveraging technology empowers health plans to strengthen their oversight capabilities, ensure regulatory compliance, and uphold high-quality care delivery through delegated entities.

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Compliancy Group

APRIL 17, 2024

are subject to OIG risk adjustment audits, which can result in payment adjustments based on beneficiary health status and risk adjustment data that entities submit to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Quality of Care : For the first time, the GCPG recommends that compliance programs implement patient care and safety evaluations.

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Innovaare Compliance

APRIL 29, 2022

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) launched a new cycle of program audits in February 2022. Multiple Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug Plans (MAPDs) have already received notification of their selection. CMS anticipates a total of 25 plan organizations to be audited in this cycle.

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HIT Consultant

JANUARY 26, 2023

This pivotal moment provides an opportunity for health plans to adopt advanced technologies that not only ensure regulatory compliance but enable more strategic care management. Prior to joining Cohere, she was a senior advisor to Administrator Seema Verma at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

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Verisys

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Healthcare compliance is a critical component in the operation of healthcare organizations, encompassing a broad range of activities designed to ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards. For instance, within the realm of healthcare compliance, HIPAA compliance plays a pivotal role.

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Medisys Compliance

MARCH 27, 2024

Expertise in Regulatory Compliance: The regulatory landscape for healthcare billing is constantly evolving. A specialized billing partner stays updated on the latest regulations and ensures your practice adheres to all coding and billing compliance standards.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Most compliance officers possess a bachelor’s degree, often in healthcare administration, law, or a related field. Additionally, hands-on experience in healthcare or regulatory compliance provides a foundation for this role.

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Business process management company Sagility launched its Utilization Management as a Service offering , which aims to help providers with CMS regulatory compliance. Pair Team expanded into seven more California counties ; the company provides virtual primary care for Medicaid beneficiaries.

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MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Why Healthcare Corporate Compliance is Critical Healthcare facilities use corporate compliance programs for several important reasons: Reduce Risk-related Costs: Potential costs can arise from a variety of compliance risks including operational, legal, clinical, and financial.

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Medisys Compliance

JUNE 14, 2023

Regulatory Compliance Another significant challenge in medical billing is ensuring compliance with the complex web of healthcare regulations. To conclude, medical billing in Alabama presents a range of challenges that healthcare providers must overcome to ensure efficient revenue cycle management.

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MedTrainer

JULY 12, 2023

Regulatory Compliance. Organizations like The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) require incident reporting and response documentation as part of regulatory compliance.

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MedTrainer

JULY 12, 2023

Regulatory Compliance. Organizations like The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) require incident reporting and response documentation as part of regulatory compliance.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Florida Healthcare Compliance Resources Let’s start with the important state government agencies you’ll need to work with: The Florida Department of Health (DOH) plays a crucial role in promoting and safeguarding the wellbeing of Floridians. While many states have rules that prohibit the storage of Medicaid data outside the U.S.,

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 3, 2022

Medicaid reimbursement, which comprises the largest share of nursing home reimbursement, has not kept pace, resulting in SNFs and medical providers assuming the burden of those costs. . A Regulatory compliance and survey process both distract and often assault a beaten-up staff and push people out of service to the facilities.

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Medisys Compliance

APRIL 28, 2024

Regulatory Compliance: It’s crucial to ensure any NLP system adheres to all relevant coding and billing regulations. Given these considerations, radiology practices should carefully evaluate their needs and resources before implementing NLP solutions.

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Healthcare Blog

APRIL 13, 2023

As hospitals have become increasingly complex organizations, effective governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) strategies have become essential for ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance. Improve GRC in Your Facility GRC strategies are essential for ensuring hospital patient safety and regulatory compliance.

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Healthcare IT Today

JUNE 7, 2023

However, it seems that the protracted regulatory promulgation process that preceded the publication of HTI-1 was not used by ONC to push back various deadlines originally included in the proposed rule, resulting in suggested timelines that would be insufficient to complete sizable development work.

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Verisys

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Should a group health plan, insurer, or state agency find that time is running out on achieving regulatory compliance with H.R. As a product manager at the healthcare technology and services company Verisys , he guides many of the solutions that support health plans, health systems, and state Medicare and Medicaid agencies.

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Healthcare Blog

AUGUST 23, 2023

Strategies Healthcare Organizations Can Use to Promote Ethical Behavior in Compliance Ensuring ethical practices in healthcare compliance is essential to corporate health and the integrity of your organization. Use the following strategies to promote ethical behavior in regulatory compliance. 2022, December 5).

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Medisys Compliance

APRIL 25, 2023

Need of Choosing Oncology Billing Company As an oncology practice, selecting the right billing company is a crucial decision that can significantly impact your financial success and regulatory compliance. This article will discuss key factors in choosing oncology billing company.

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MedTrainer

MARCH 28, 2024

Law by law, regulations were added, increasing the complexity of maintaining compliance for healthcare organizations. Advises on compliance matters, reviews contracts, and handles regulatory and legal issues. Pros: Legal and regulatory compliance expertise, familiarity with laws and regulations, and trusted legal adviser.

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Innovaare Compliance

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Operational teams—such as the Member Services Department and the Appeals & Grievances Department—have significant compliance regulations, so they must know to maintain compliance. This includes CMS regulations for Medicare Plans, regulations for Commercial Plans and Medicaid regulations for state plans.

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Medisys Compliance

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Plastic surgeons and medical billing companies can form a valuable partnership to enhance coding accuracy, improve documentation review, streamline claim processing, ensure regulatory compliance, and maximize reimbursement opportunities.

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AIHC

MAY 30, 2024

Advancing RCM Operations Every year, more than five billion medical claims are processed by Payers in the United States for reimbursement, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service, CMS.gov. Compliance and Risk Management : Fraud Detection : AI systems can identify unusual patterns that may indicate fraudulent activities.

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MedTrainer

APRIL 20, 2023

Providers need a strong compliance program to inform the creation of compliance checklists. The Seven Core Compliance Program Requirements The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) criteria promote an effective compliance program in healthcare organizations.

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Medisys Compliance

MAY 4, 2023

Regulatory compliance: Oncology practices must comply with various regulatory requirements, including HIPAA, CMS, and payer-specific guidelines. Compliance failures can result in penalties and fines. Insurance denials can be common, requiring appeals and resubmissions.

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Innovaare Compliance

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

On October 13, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published the Readiness List for CY 2024. The Readiness List is comprehensive and touches on all aspects of administering a Medicare Advantage plan (MA), a Prescription Drug Plan (PDP), an 1876 Cost Plan, and a Medicare-Medicaid Plan (MMP).

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