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The Impact of MACRA on Cardiology Billing

Medisys Compliance

Introduction The ever-evolving world of healthcare billing can feel complex, and with the introduction of MACRA (Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act) in 2015, cardiology practices have faced some adjustments. MACRA replaced the previously used Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) formula for Medicare physician payments.

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Direct Billing by MFTs and MHCs: A Comprehensive Guide for Year 2024

Medisys Compliance

Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs) and Mental Health Counselors (MHCs) can now directly bill Medicare for services they furnish and diagnose. Eligibility and Covered Services To directly bill Medicare, you must meet specific eligibility criteria. The next step involves enrolling as a Medicare provider.

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Brief about Wound Care Reimbursements in Various Healthcare Settings

Medisys Compliance

Wound Care Reimbursements in Various Healthcare Settings Inpatient Hospital Wound care in an inpatient hospital setting is reimbursed through the Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) payment system. The MPFS is a payment system that reimburses healthcare providers for services rendered to Medicare patients in an outpatient setting.

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Billing Guidelines for Medicare Home Infusion Therapy (HIT)

Medisys Compliance

Under Fee-for-service (FFS) Medicare, home infusion therapy (HIT) involves the intravenous or subcutaneous administration of drugs or biologicals to an individual at home. Medicare Coverage. Only a qualified home infusion therapy supplier can bill for services under the new home infusion therapy services benefit.

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What Is the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS)?

NCG Medical Blog

If you’re a Medicare provider , then you might want to know about MIPS—a healthcare incentive program that helps gather data of quality and performance outcomes over time while rewarding medical practices that demonstrate improvements. This program utilizes a “score” system comprised of four categories.

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Optimizing SNF Billing: A Comprehensive Guide with Essential Tips

Medisys Compliance

Accurate and timely billing is a fundamental aspect of financial success for Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), particularly when it comes to optimizing SNF billing. In this guide, we will explore into essential SNF billing tips to help you optimize your billing processes and navigate the complexities of reimbursement.

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Understanding Basics of Alternative Payment Models (APMs)

Medisys Compliance

An Alternative Payment Model (APM) is a payment approach that gives added incentive payments to provide high-quality and cost-efficient care. During the 2022 QP Performance Period, eligible clinicians will be able to become Qualifying Alternative Payment Model Participant (QPs) through the All-Payer Combination Option.