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Breaking News: CMS and ONC Stage 3 Final Rules Released; Includes Comment Period for MIPS
CMS and ONC today released final rules that simplify requirements and add new flexibilities for providers. Also included in the regulations is a 60 day comment period on Merit Based Incentive Payment Systems (MIPS).
Breaking News: CMS and ONC Stage 3 Final Rule Will Advance EHR Interoperability
CMS and ONC today released final rules that simplify requirements, add new flexibilities for providers, and advances EHR interoperability.
Transforming Clinical Practices Initiative
HHS has announced the 39 networks participating in the CMS Transforming Clinical Practice Initiative which is designed to support more than 140,000 clinician practices over the next four years.
EHR Incentive Program Status Report August 2015
CMS has released the most recent numbers for the EHR Incentive programs. Here are some Program-to-date highlights from this latest CMS report – August.
Meaningful Use Audits: An Update
By Jim Tate – The lion’s share of the CMS EHR incentives have been paid out, especially for those who participated on the Medicare side of the incentive program. The Meaningful Use (MU) incentives are winding down but it is prudent to keep an eye on the rear view mirror and make sure you are up to date on past MU documentation.
Why Non-Covered Entities Must Adopt ICD-10
The switch to ICD-10 is mandatory for organizations covered by the HHIPAA, known as “HIPAA-covered entities.” Organizations not covered by the HIPAA, or “non-covered entities,” are not required to transition to ICD-10, but are strongly encouraged to do so. Non-covered entities include property and casualty insurance carriers, including auto insurers and workers’ compensation plans.
ICD-9 to 10: Tips to Help Transition to ICD-10 for the October 1st Deadline
On July 7th, CMS issued a letter to providers emphasizing the importance of readiness for ICD-10, stating the Medicare claim processing system will no longer have the capability to accept ICD-9 codes after Sept. 30, 2015 or accept claims with both ICD-9 and ICD-10 codes.
Get Ready Now: Assess How ICD-10 Will Affect Your Practice
Compliance date is October 1, 2015. Visit the CMS ICD-10 website for the most current information. Make sure your practice is prepared by following the ABCs of ICD-10