Webinar Archive
2021 Webinars
Thursday, September 2, 2021
The Top 3 Things to Do Daily to Seize Your Day and Feel More Accomplished, Healthier, and Happier
Presented by: Cynthia Blackwell
This presentation is all about taking control of your life by seizing your day to feel more accomplished and healthier, physically and mentally, and happier. Cynthia Blackwell will share 3 simple activities that will support your desires to live the life you dream about, and it all starts with your mindset.
You can expect to be inspired by her recommendations' simplicity and astounded by the science supporting the effectiveness of implementing them. This presentation is all about YOU and having success, wealth, and happiness in your life.
Objectives:
Attending this presentation will give you –
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The Top 3 Things to Do Daily to Seize Your Day and Feel More Accomplished, Healthier, and Happier
Presented by: Cynthia Blackwell
This presentation is all about taking control of your life by seizing your day to feel more accomplished and healthier, physically and mentally, and happier. Cynthia Blackwell will share 3 simple activities that will support your desires to live the life you dream about, and it all starts with your mindset.
You can expect to be inspired by her recommendations' simplicity and astounded by the science supporting the effectiveness of implementing them. This presentation is all about YOU and having success, wealth, and happiness in your life.
Objectives:
Attending this presentation will give you –
- Insight into the power of your Morning Routine.
- Awareness of who you are and your personality.
- Tools to manage negativity in your life – people, situations, and thoughts.
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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Survive and Thrive with Bundled Payments
Sponsored by: Allscripts
Presented by: Stephen D. Lucey, MD, Sports Medicine and Joint Replacement, PLLC; Ricardo A. Salas, CEO of US Orthopedic Alliance (USOA); and Marsha Boyle, Enterprise Sales Executive, Finance and Operations in Value-based Care, Allscripts
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers are shifting the specialist market from fee-for-service to value-based care/bundled models. Orthopedists, particularly smaller and independent groups, will benefit from understanding the business drivers of bundled payments and how they can adapt and succeed moving forward. Join us for an informative webinar about how to survive and thrive with bundled payments.
Topics covered include:
· The current state of the single-specialty world
· Developing a strategy and model
· The need for critical mass
· Operationalizing your approach
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Survive and Thrive with Bundled Payments
Sponsored by: Allscripts
Presented by: Stephen D. Lucey, MD, Sports Medicine and Joint Replacement, PLLC; Ricardo A. Salas, CEO of US Orthopedic Alliance (USOA); and Marsha Boyle, Enterprise Sales Executive, Finance and Operations in Value-based Care, Allscripts
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers are shifting the specialist market from fee-for-service to value-based care/bundled models. Orthopedists, particularly smaller and independent groups, will benefit from understanding the business drivers of bundled payments and how they can adapt and succeed moving forward. Join us for an informative webinar about how to survive and thrive with bundled payments.
Topics covered include:
· The current state of the single-specialty world
· Developing a strategy and model
· The need for critical mass
· Operationalizing your approach
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Thursday, July 1, 2021
OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard for the Health Care Industry
Presented by: Sarah K. Browning, Counsel
Chilivis, Grubman, Dalbey & Warner, LLP
In June 2021, OSHA announced Emergency Temporary Standards for the Health Care Industry implementing ongoing safety precautions for health care facilities, including medical practices, to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Join Sarah K. Browning as she reviews these new Emergency Standards and provides the information you need to comply with these new regulations that focus on the ongoing screening of patients and additional safety protocols.
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OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard for the Health Care Industry
Presented by: Sarah K. Browning, Counsel
Chilivis, Grubman, Dalbey & Warner, LLP
In June 2021, OSHA announced Emergency Temporary Standards for the Health Care Industry implementing ongoing safety precautions for health care facilities, including medical practices, to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Join Sarah K. Browning as she reviews these new Emergency Standards and provides the information you need to comply with these new regulations that focus on the ongoing screening of patients and additional safety protocols.
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Thursday, June 3, 2021
Financial Impacts of COVID-19
Presented by: Stephen J. Diagostino, CPA/ABV
Principal at Somerset CPA and Advisors
During the webinar, Steve addressed a wide variety of issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic, including:
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Financial Impacts of COVID-19
Presented by: Stephen J. Diagostino, CPA/ABV
Principal at Somerset CPA and Advisors
During the webinar, Steve addressed a wide variety of issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic, including:
- Be Prepared for HHS reporting/single audit: Register and certify you received your HHS PRF Funds
- Tax implications and what’s tax exempt: Tax/Reporting Implications. Will PRF be tax-exempt like PPP? What expenses can be used against your PRF monies? How to document and report lost revenue because of COVID as use against PRF.
- PPP Funds, Loan Forgiveness, Deductible Expenses: Extra expenses to be considered; CPA fees; PPP loan application assistance; Special payroll; Hazard/bonus pay for staff; Clinical expenses due to COVID; Pay for extra support staff; Was your loan forgiven in 2020?
- Tax Credits and more: Tax Benefits, Employee Retention Credit in 2020 or 2021 even if received PPP Loan; Executive order 3/20 thru 4/29 – when did you receive your PPP funds, your specific market shut-down or revenue loss.
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Thursday, May 6, 2021
Price Transparency & What Challenges and Opportunities Exist for Orthopaedic Practices
Presented by:
Karen S. Simonton, CPA
Strategetic Alliance Director for The OrthoForum
During the program, Karen addressed the growing demand from employers, policy makers, and patients for transparent pricing for medical services.
What is the motivation behind the movement and will it be transformational for the practice of medicine?
Learn how orthopaedic organizations are leveraging this push in their direct-to-employer and direct-to-patient marketing strategies. And what operational considerations exist if your practice is going to pursue your own transparency initiative.
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Price Transparency & What Challenges and Opportunities Exist for Orthopaedic Practices
Presented by:
Karen S. Simonton, CPA
Strategetic Alliance Director for The OrthoForum
During the program, Karen addressed the growing demand from employers, policy makers, and patients for transparent pricing for medical services.
What is the motivation behind the movement and will it be transformational for the practice of medicine?
Learn how orthopaedic organizations are leveraging this push in their direct-to-employer and direct-to-patient marketing strategies. And what operational considerations exist if your practice is going to pursue your own transparency initiative.
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Thursday, April 8, 2021
Unraveling the COVID Chaos from an Operational Perspective
As we continue to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, orthopaedic practices are looking at their operational landscape and steps that are needed to return to business in the new normal.
Join our panel of speakers as we discuss how to unravel those operational changes that were forced on the practice in the heat of the crisis.
Our speakers will focus on strategies for analyzing what processes and functions work well in the remote environment.
How to manage a hybrid workforce. Human Resources, legal considerations and policies that protect the practice and create an environment for success. And how to address vaccination, screening and testing policies moving forward.
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Unraveling the COVID Chaos from an Operational Perspective
As we continue to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, orthopaedic practices are looking at their operational landscape and steps that are needed to return to business in the new normal.
Join our panel of speakers as we discuss how to unravel those operational changes that were forced on the practice in the heat of the crisis.
Our speakers will focus on strategies for analyzing what processes and functions work well in the remote environment.
How to manage a hybrid workforce. Human Resources, legal considerations and policies that protect the practice and create an environment for success. And how to address vaccination, screening and testing policies moving forward.
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Thursday, March 4, 2021
Data-Driven Insights & Tips to Improve Digital Marketing Support for Physicians
Presented by Valet Health
Learn the importance of elevating the online reputation of your practice and the importance of managing physician online data accuracy.
Discover the technologies available to increase volumes of positive patient reviews for your physicians and locations on platforms such as WebMD, Vitals, Google, etc.
This educational webinar will help you understand how your physicians can elevate their online reputation, capture new patients, and engage existing patients with automated technologies.
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Data-Driven Insights & Tips to Improve Digital Marketing Support for Physicians
Presented by Valet Health
Learn the importance of elevating the online reputation of your practice and the importance of managing physician online data accuracy.
Discover the technologies available to increase volumes of positive patient reviews for your physicians and locations on platforms such as WebMD, Vitals, Google, etc.
This educational webinar will help you understand how your physicians can elevate their online reputation, capture new patients, and engage existing patients with automated technologies.
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Thursday, February 4, 2021
2021 E&M Coding Changes: Lessons Learned
Presented By:
Lynn M. Anderanin, CPC, CPMA,CPPM, CPC-I, COSC
Sr. Coding Educator, Healthcare Information Services, LLC
The first program in our series focused on the new E&M Coding rules that were implemented in 2021 and a discussion on what lessons have been learned and best practices being developed to optimize efficient and effective coding of E&M services.
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Medical Decision Making Grid with examples
2021 E&M Coding Changes: Lessons Learned
Presented By:
Lynn M. Anderanin, CPC, CPMA,CPPM, CPC-I, COSC
Sr. Coding Educator, Healthcare Information Services, LLC
The first program in our series focused on the new E&M Coding rules that were implemented in 2021 and a discussion on what lessons have been learned and best practices being developed to optimize efficient and effective coding of E&M services.
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Medical Decision Making Grid with examples
2020 Webinars
Building Professional Joy: High Productivity with Decreased Stress
Based on the Science of Happiness in combination with your unique Thinking and Behavioral Attributes this keynote provides easy and practical steps to building professional happiness. You will gain insights on how to: engage your "difficult people '', organize your day to increase your energy and include your unique happiness building strategies. This is a new approach to intentionally constructing and consequently experiencing the professional life you want.
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Based on the Science of Happiness in combination with your unique Thinking and Behavioral Attributes this keynote provides easy and practical steps to building professional happiness. You will gain insights on how to: engage your "difficult people '', organize your day to increase your energy and include your unique happiness building strategies. This is a new approach to intentionally constructing and consequently experiencing the professional life you want.
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Obesity-Proofing Your Practice
Webinar Date: October 20, 2020
Presented by: Dr. Jessica Barnes
The same issues that lead to joint replacement also contribute to ineligibility, risk of complications & hospital readmission, and lower reimbursement. Our discussion will focus on three highly related topics- Eligibility, Outcomes and Revenue.
Each of these is impacted by obesity and with the forecast increase in the prevalence of both obesity and metabolic syndrome now more than ever it is critical to maximize eligibility and enhance positive outcomes to boost revenue. Learn how 20Lighter can assist in each of these key areas to dramatically improve patient health and protect your practice’s bottom line.
Dr. Jessica Barnes is the CEO & Co-founder of 20Lighter, a ground breaking scientifically based obesity and cardiometabolic intervention. She earned her PhD in Molecular Neuroscience from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and was a fellow in the department of pediatric neuro-oncology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Children’s Hospital Boston under the mentorship of Dr. Judah Folkman, the father of angiogenesis.
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Webinar Date: October 20, 2020
Presented by: Dr. Jessica Barnes
The same issues that lead to joint replacement also contribute to ineligibility, risk of complications & hospital readmission, and lower reimbursement. Our discussion will focus on three highly related topics- Eligibility, Outcomes and Revenue.
Each of these is impacted by obesity and with the forecast increase in the prevalence of both obesity and metabolic syndrome now more than ever it is critical to maximize eligibility and enhance positive outcomes to boost revenue. Learn how 20Lighter can assist in each of these key areas to dramatically improve patient health and protect your practice’s bottom line.
Dr. Jessica Barnes is the CEO & Co-founder of 20Lighter, a ground breaking scientifically based obesity and cardiometabolic intervention. She earned her PhD in Molecular Neuroscience from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and was a fellow in the department of pediatric neuro-oncology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Children’s Hospital Boston under the mentorship of Dr. Judah Folkman, the father of angiogenesis.
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Employment Law Issues During COVID-19
Webinar Date: August 25, 2020
Presented by: Jonathan Beckerman, Lewis Brisbois
On Tuesday, August 25th the Midwest AAOE hosted a webinar concerning employment law issues during COVID19. We have secured Jonathan A. Beckerman of Lewis Brisbois, a labor and employment lawyer who represents management exclusively.
Topics include:
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Webinar Date: August 25, 2020
Presented by: Jonathan Beckerman, Lewis Brisbois
On Tuesday, August 25th the Midwest AAOE hosted a webinar concerning employment law issues during COVID19. We have secured Jonathan A. Beckerman of Lewis Brisbois, a labor and employment lawyer who represents management exclusively.
Topics include:
- When to remove employees from work
- What type of exposure requires them to be sent home
- How many negative tests required before they can return to work
- Concerns with employees filing workers comp from a positive test
- Employees not compliant with Practice PPE Protocols
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Using Thermal Imaging to Increase COVID-19 Compliance & Confidence
Webinar Date: August 6, 2020
Presented by: Key Distribution Partners, LLC
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced businesses, medical practices, and institutions to implement various measures to promote the safety and confidence of their employees, customers, and patients. A key component of these protective measures is monitoring the temperature and adherence to mask wearing policies for any individuals that enter the premises. Enforcement of these procedures however can lead to increased costs and potential exposure of other employees.
Our guest speakers from Key Distribution Partners and CCTV Agent, Inc., explore what technologies are coming to the market to execute and document enforcement of these procedures in a more efficient manner.
During the program, our panel of speakers review low risk, contact free thermal imaging technology that is currently available and discuss how businesses are using this technology to drive adherence and confidence.
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Webinar Date: August 6, 2020
Presented by: Key Distribution Partners, LLC
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced businesses, medical practices, and institutions to implement various measures to promote the safety and confidence of their employees, customers, and patients. A key component of these protective measures is monitoring the temperature and adherence to mask wearing policies for any individuals that enter the premises. Enforcement of these procedures however can lead to increased costs and potential exposure of other employees.
Our guest speakers from Key Distribution Partners and CCTV Agent, Inc., explore what technologies are coming to the market to execute and document enforcement of these procedures in a more efficient manner.
During the program, our panel of speakers review low risk, contact free thermal imaging technology that is currently available and discuss how businesses are using this technology to drive adherence and confidence.
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The Impact of COVID-19 on Your Health Benefits Plan
Webinar Date: July 23, 2020
Presented by: Lester J. Morales, CEO, Next Impact and Kiera Hanselman, CEBS- Health Plan Management Consultant
GAOE and FBMC hosted a webinar to provide members with important information on the Physicians Health Benefits program and what our members should expect at their next renewal due to COVID-19.
TOPICS COVERED
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Webinar Date: July 23, 2020
Presented by: Lester J. Morales, CEO, Next Impact and Kiera Hanselman, CEBS- Health Plan Management Consultant
GAOE and FBMC hosted a webinar to provide members with important information on the Physicians Health Benefits program and what our members should expect at their next renewal due to COVID-19.
TOPICS COVERED
- The requested carrier increase for 2021 and the long term impact for Fully insured employers.
- Self-funded plans and the impact/predictions for 2021.
- What you can do as an employer to help impact cost in your health plan
THE RECORDED WEBINAR
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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