Search results for "Reimbursement"
Wearable tech shows promise in clinical care
Smart watches and fitness trackers could offer a remote connection to patients, as well as a way of tracking their progress on meeting health goals. But their application depends on the patient and the physician.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/11/technology.htm
1 Nov 2015
Virtual visits pose real issues for physicians
There could be 1 million virtual health consultations done by phone or video by the end of 2014, with growth expected in 2015. Observers are weighing the benefits of access against the potential lack of an ongoing doctor-patient relationship.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/11/virtual-visit.htm
1 Nov 2014
Pneumococcal vaccine recommendations can be unclear
While most physicians surveyed about current Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations responded that they found them to be very clear or somewhat clear, when tested with questions about the recommendations and several case scenarios, many of the survey respondents answered incorrectly.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/04/pneumococcal-vaccine-recommendations-can-be-unclear.htm
1 Apr 2018
Don't miss upcoming deadlines for PQRS
Deadlines for data submission for the Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) are fast approaching.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/02/11/9.htm
11 Feb 2014
Practice Tips: Ancillary procedures are win-win-win
There are several ways to increase practice revenue, including patient volume, better collections, or better contract rates.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/03/tips.htm
1 Mar 2014
Unmask malnutrition with careful questions
Increasing awareness of the harmful effects of under- and overnutrition can in turn increase nutritional assessments in primary care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/04/nutrition.htm
1 Apr 2015
Adding cosmetic procedures lifts internists' sagging incomes
Stagnating incomes encourage some primary care physicians to add botulinum toxin injections and chemical peels to their menu of services.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/02/cosmetics.htm
1 Feb 2008
Positioning your practice for alternate payment models
Now is the time to begin getting ready for the new Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 payment system, which will shift payment to a value-based model to reflect both the quality and efficiency (cost) of the care provided to a patient population.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/02/tips.htm
1 Feb 2016
New online tool lets practices enroll in EFT with multiple payers through a single, online process
CAQH has launched a new, universal electronic funds transfer (EFT) enrollment tool that facilitates the use of electronic payments between payers and clinicians by offering a single point of entry for adopting EFT.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/10/22/6.htm
22 Oct 2013
Consider offering in-office labs
Office-based labs increase efficiency, contribute to faster diagnoses and treatment and improve satisfaction. Increased regulation and reduced reimbursement should be balanced against new technology and a greatly expanded range of tests available.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2009/09/cpii.htm
1 Sep 2009