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Why Avoiding Costly Coding Mistakes Is More Critical Than Ever

HIT Consultant

Hilton Hudson, MD, FACS, and CEO of HPC International In May 2022, a California doctor was sentenced to nearly eight years in prison for his involvement in a $12 million Medicare fraud scheme. Compliance with regulations and guidelines is crucial to avoid penalties and loss of reimbursement. He received $4.5

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Biggest Challenges Behavioral Health Clinicians Will Face in 2021

Icanotes

Beyond providing high-quality patient care, behavioral health clinicians need to navigate challenges in mental health services, such as changing regulations and an increasing shift to telemedicine. Ensuring Compliance With Regulations and Practicing Risk Mitigation. A doctor can also educate patients using telehealth.

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Making a Ruckus for the Patient Experience with Denise Wiseman | E. 86

Vie Healthcare

We have staff who are burdened by regulations, organizational policies and practices, by the current challenge of staffing, by the disconnect between those very highest in leadership and decision-making and what actually occurs in the moments of care delivery. ” And I didn’t talk with the doctor.

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National Care Coordination Standards for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Implementation Guide

NASHP

Assessing care coordination system capacity, gaps, and process improvements. Storing results electronically can enable families to promptly access them and can facilitate sharing with other providers as appropriate and in compliance with privacy regulations. Financing care coordination systems.

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Newsletter, February 2024

Patient Safety Movement

The contributions of female doctors to healthcare are immeasurable, not only in their clinical expertise but also in their ability to foster environments where patients and families are empowered to be active participants in their care.