Webinar Archive
The Challenges of Telehealth in the Covid-19 Crisis
Webinar Date: June 25, 2020
Presented by: Lynn Anderanin, CPC, CPPM, CPC-I, COSC, the Senior Director of Coding Education for Healthcare Information Services, a physicians revenue cycle management company.
There have been unprecedented changes occurring in coding and billing related to telehealth services during the Public Health Emergency (PHE) for COVID-19. This webinar will answer those questions you still have and give updates on the latest information available.
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Webinar Date: June 25, 2020
Presented by: Lynn Anderanin, CPC, CPPM, CPC-I, COSC, the Senior Director of Coding Education for Healthcare Information Services, a physicians revenue cycle management company.
There have been unprecedented changes occurring in coding and billing related to telehealth services during the Public Health Emergency (PHE) for COVID-19. This webinar will answer those questions you still have and give updates on the latest information available.
- Telemedicine vs. Telehealth
- CPT codes that can be applicable:
- Physician and Qualified Healthcare Professionals
- Non Physician Professionals
- Clinical Staff
- The most current CMS information available
- Deciphering commercial insurance carrier resources
- Place of Service and modifiers
- Trending denials for unseen changes
- 2021 documentation guidelines for office visits today
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Getting Paid for PT/OT via Telehealth
Webinar Date: June 10, 2020
Presented by Cary Edgar, J.D. from PT Management Support Systems. Getting Paid for PT/OT via Telehealth is an update on reimbursement for physical therapy services rendered via telehealth. To address the COVID-19 emergency, major payers have allowed outpatient physical and occupational therapists to deliver care via telehealth.
This webinar explains what CPT codes can be used, whether new patients can be treated, how payment rates are determined, whether copays can be waived and claim requirements for each of the following payers: Medicare, Medicare Advantage Plans, Tricare, VA, BCBS Plans, UHC, Humana, CIGNA, AETNA and Work Comp. View the webinar.
Webinar Date: June 10, 2020
Presented by Cary Edgar, J.D. from PT Management Support Systems. Getting Paid for PT/OT via Telehealth is an update on reimbursement for physical therapy services rendered via telehealth. To address the COVID-19 emergency, major payers have allowed outpatient physical and occupational therapists to deliver care via telehealth.
This webinar explains what CPT codes can be used, whether new patients can be treated, how payment rates are determined, whether copays can be waived and claim requirements for each of the following payers: Medicare, Medicare Advantage Plans, Tricare, VA, BCBS Plans, UHC, Humana, CIGNA, AETNA and Work Comp. View the webinar.
DME Updates and Best Practices in Telehealth: Latest on Medicare Waivers and Solutions available
(Webinar Date: April 14, 2020)
Representatives from DJO share information on current Telehealth waivers around DMEPOS and best practices for DME dispensing in a virtual program.
During the program the presenters will provide an objective overview of the current updates on the DMEPOS process and what their compliance team has confirmed.
They will also highlight solutions available that groups are implementing and what strategies they have deployed to address these challenging times.
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(Webinar Date: April 14, 2020)
Representatives from DJO share information on current Telehealth waivers around DMEPOS and best practices for DME dispensing in a virtual program.
During the program the presenters will provide an objective overview of the current updates on the DMEPOS process and what their compliance team has confirmed.
They will also highlight solutions available that groups are implementing and what strategies they have deployed to address these challenging times.
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Telemedicine, Virtual Visits and Digital E/M Services :
CMS Makes Additional Changes to Telehealth, Virtual Services & Telephone Call Based “Visits”
Updated webinar based on the changes announced on March 30, 2020.
(Webinar Date: April 3, 2020)
At President Trump’s direction, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is issuing an unprecedented array of temporary regulatory waivers and new rules to equip the American healthcare system with maximum flexibility to respond to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Acevedo Consulting will be covering these changes in the following upcoming webinar.
You can find a copy of the full press release here. For additional background information on the waivers and rule changes click here.
For more information on the COVID-19 waivers and guidance, and the Interim Final Rule, please go to the CMS COVID-19 flexibilities webpage.
These actions, and earlier CMS actions in response to COVID-19, are part of the ongoing White House Coronavirus Task Force efforts. To keep up with the important work the Task Force is doing in response to COVID-19, visit www.coronavirus.gov. For a complete and updated list of CMS actions, and other information specific to CMS, please visit the Current Emergencies Website
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CMS Makes Additional Changes to Telehealth, Virtual Services & Telephone Call Based “Visits”
Updated webinar based on the changes announced on March 30, 2020.
(Webinar Date: April 3, 2020)
At President Trump’s direction, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is issuing an unprecedented array of temporary regulatory waivers and new rules to equip the American healthcare system with maximum flexibility to respond to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Acevedo Consulting will be covering these changes in the following upcoming webinar.
You can find a copy of the full press release here. For additional background information on the waivers and rule changes click here.
For more information on the COVID-19 waivers and guidance, and the Interim Final Rule, please go to the CMS COVID-19 flexibilities webpage.
These actions, and earlier CMS actions in response to COVID-19, are part of the ongoing White House Coronavirus Task Force efforts. To keep up with the important work the Task Force is doing in response to COVID-19, visit www.coronavirus.gov. For a complete and updated list of CMS actions, and other information specific to CMS, please visit the Current Emergencies Website
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COVID-19 - H.R. 6201: Families First Coronavirus Response Act-Emergency FMLA and Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act Confirmation
The Management Labor and Employment Law Firm of Allen Norton & Blue would like you to be aware of new legislation that affects private and public sector employers and how this applies to your practice and employees.
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The Management Labor and Employment Law Firm of Allen Norton & Blue would like you to be aware of new legislation that affects private and public sector employers and how this applies to your practice and employees.
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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): What Practices and Employers Need to Know
In response to the Center for Disease Control announcing Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) a global pandemic, we partnered with Healthcare Compliance Pros to host a webinar to address key concerns pertaining to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). In this webinar, Eric Christensen discusses Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and what employers need to know. He addresses concerns related to employee education, how to prepare your organization for an infection, and the steps you can take to protect your organization.
Key learning objectives:
We understand how Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is impacting employers world-wide. With many employers looking for ways to adjust their working arrangements to slow the spread of COVID-19, Healthcare Compliance Pros is here to assist. We have created handouts, modules, training programs, and more to help our clients be prepared to handle COVID-19. Contact your compliance specialist 855.427.0427 to discuss adding our COVID-19 course and resources to your existing compliance program.
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In response to the Center for Disease Control announcing Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) a global pandemic, we partnered with Healthcare Compliance Pros to host a webinar to address key concerns pertaining to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). In this webinar, Eric Christensen discusses Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and what employers need to know. He addresses concerns related to employee education, how to prepare your organization for an infection, and the steps you can take to protect your organization.
Key learning objectives:
- Understanding Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
- Identifying ways to reduce risk exposure
- Establishing internal protocols to handle employees or patients infected with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
- Employee training requirements to manage Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in your practice
- CDC and public health guidance recommendations
- Posting requirements for internal and external awareness
We understand how Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is impacting employers world-wide. With many employers looking for ways to adjust their working arrangements to slow the spread of COVID-19, Healthcare Compliance Pros is here to assist. We have created handouts, modules, training programs, and more to help our clients be prepared to handle COVID-19. Contact your compliance specialist 855.427.0427 to discuss adding our COVID-19 course and resources to your existing compliance program.
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How to Deal with Updated and Changing Spinal Procedure Guidelines
Our speaker: Margie Scalley Vaught, CPC, COC, CPC-I, CCS-P, MCS-P, ACS-EM, ACS-ORAuditing, Coding, Documentation and Compliance Consulting Healthcare Consultant.
NCCI has been updated and is changing many of the guidelines related to spinal procedures, some agree with CPT guidelines and others don't.
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Our speaker: Margie Scalley Vaught, CPC, COC, CPC-I, CCS-P, MCS-P, ACS-EM, ACS-ORAuditing, Coding, Documentation and Compliance Consulting Healthcare Consultant.
NCCI has been updated and is changing many of the guidelines related to spinal procedures, some agree with CPT guidelines and others don't.
- Bundling issues from a CPT, CCI and spinal societies position as well as some payer/carrier policies
- Tips will be provided on documentation issues that can help avoid denials and/or help with appeals if need be
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Appropriate Use Criteria for Advanced Imaging
Before ordering any advanced imaging for a Medicare patient, the provider must consult a clinical support mechanism (DCSM) and report if the test meets "appropriate use criteria", or not. This webinar is intended to provide you with the information you need to be able to order MRIs, CTs, PET and Nuclear Medical Studies for Medicare patients.
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Before ordering any advanced imaging for a Medicare patient, the provider must consult a clinical support mechanism (DCSM) and report if the test meets "appropriate use criteria", or not. This webinar is intended to provide you with the information you need to be able to order MRIs, CTs, PET and Nuclear Medical Studies for Medicare patients.
- Beginning in 2020, an ordering provider of Part B advanced diagnostic imaging must consult AUC through a qualified Clinical Decision Support Mechanism (CDSM).
- The information must be provided to the furnishing professionals and facilities, because they must report AUC consultation information on their Medicare claims.
- After January 1, 2020, participation in the AUC program is mandatory however payments will not be impacted until January 1, 2021.
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How to deal with Same & Similar DME Denials and Audits
You are invited to participate in our next distance learning opportunity as we address the increasing impact of Same & Similar DME Denials and Audits. Over the past several months our organization has learned of more practices being negatively impacted by this issue. We are pleased to partner with DJO to present an update on this issue and steps you can take to address these challenging policies from Medicare.
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You are invited to participate in our next distance learning opportunity as we address the increasing impact of Same & Similar DME Denials and Audits. Over the past several months our organization has learned of more practices being negatively impacted by this issue. We are pleased to partner with DJO to present an update on this issue and steps you can take to address these challenging policies from Medicare.
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Risk Awareness Webinar Series
How Cyber Risks, Sexual Harassment Claims and the Regulators Can Wreak Havoc on Your Practice
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Cyber Risk 101: Risks and Consequences of Cyber Attacks on Your PracticeIf you think your practice is safe from the ever-growing threats by having your data sitting safely in “The Cloud” you could not be farther from the truth. Every time you are at your computer you could be inadvertently putting your practice at risk of a cyber breach. This is our new reality. Join us for an in-depth discussion about the everyday threats faced in your medical practice, as well as some actual cases that will hit really close to home.
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Cyber Risk 201: Prevention and Solutions for Cyber RisksSo you’ve been breached! Now what? As the old saying goes: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This is especially true with Cyber Risk. Learn about some easily implemented proactive prevention measures as well as cyber and privacy insurance policies that are very innovative and comprehensive. Not only does the coverage handle your practices’ liability for a data breach in which personal information, such as health records, Social Security, or credit card numbers are exposed or stolen, but it also provides a comprehensive suite of tools designed to keep your practice one step ahead of cyber threats.
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Practice Risk 301: Cyber Risk Review and Sexual Harassment and Regulatory DefenseWith the #MeToo movement you already have an idea as to the magnitude of the problem faced in the workplace: sexual harassment, bullying & assault. From Hollywood to Healthcare, this happens in every industry. In addition you will learn more than you probably want to know about the rainbow of ways the regulators can make your practice vanish if you don’t pay attention to compliance details or fail to purchase comprehensive insurance coverage. View this ever-important conclusion to our series on How Cyber Risks, Sexual Harassment Claims and the Regulators Can Wreak Havoc on Your Practice.
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