HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Telehealth Satisfaction Study. – While telehealth usage has skyrocketed, particularly during the pandemic, the study reveals significant variations in patient satisfaction between different telehealth providers and concerns regarding the effectiveness of telehealth for various types of care. Power 2024 U.S. Power 2024 U.S.

Patient Satisfaction 105

Patient Satisfaction Medicaid Medicaid Public Health 105

Healthcare It News

AUGUST 13, 2021

IKC Inova Health System has relied on evidence-based solutions and standardized approaches to treat patients, earning recognition for excellence in healthcare from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), U.S. It has become more common to have patients and/or parents ask about patient outcomes and program evaluation.

Patient Satisfaction 253

Patient Satisfaction Hospitals Medicaid Medicaid 253

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

AUGUST 30, 2021

The plan was to offer remote patient monitoring to Medicare patients across its 14 home care sites to avoid preventable hospitalizations and unnecessary visits to the emergency department. Further, Trinity knew that reducing readmissions was the right thing to do. "Select measures of success," she continued.

Patient Satisfaction 175

Patient Satisfaction Nurses Medicare Medicare 175

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

OCTOBER 14, 2021

" Key to moving forward will be a delivery model through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Innovation Center that will enable testing and implementation of a long-term advanced care at home framework. Parodi also flagged the patient satisfaction component: "We're consistently running at 4.95

Hospitals 171

Hospitals Public Health Patient Satisfaction COVID-19 171

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JUNE 18, 2019

The challenge is particularly severe for the Medicaid population, with fewer than 25 percent of physicians in north Texas now accepting Medicaid, he added. The number of days to an appointment with a family medicine doctor in north Texas has more than doubled in the last five years, Muller said.

Telemedicine 145

Telemedicine Doctors Medicaid Medicaid 145

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JULY 18, 2022

"We track data from Tableau, pulling ambulatory utilization data-based visits documented in Epic, and have paid attention to those clinics where utilization has been lower than expected to work with them to scale telemedicine for their patients," Rheuban said.

COVID-19 173

COVID-19 Telemedicine Electronic Medical Records Hospitals 173

HIT Consultant

MARCH 22, 2023

Unfortunately, America still struggles with high, painfully opaque pricing across healthcare that hurts employers, workers, patients, and taxpayers. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services recently announced that in 2021, the nation spent $4.3 Healthcare consumerism has plenty to do with cost and accessibility.

Patient Satisfaction 97

Patient Satisfaction Compliance Hospitals COVID-19 97

HIT Consultant

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Its use has increased over the past decade, but still, only about 13% of dialysis patients currently take advantage of in-home dialysis , despite studies showing that it has similar outcomes to in-patient treatment, greater patient satisfaction and reduced Medicare costs.

Patient Satisfaction 119

Patient Satisfaction COVID-19 Doctors Payment Systems 119

Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 9, 2023

Decisive move brings Invicta’s Insurance Discovery, Claim Status, Eligibility Verification, Medicaid Enrollment, and Out-of-State Medicaid Billing solutions to the RSi portfolio.

Medicaid 69

Medicaid Medicaid Patient Satisfaction Hospitals 69

HIT Consultant

MAY 23, 2024

Focus on Medicaid Populations Boulder Care specifically targets underserved communities, including those covered by Medicaid. Serving primarily Medicaid members under value-based arrangements, Boulder Care has partnered with numerous health plans to link reimbursement directly to successful outcomes.

Medicaid 52

Medicaid Medicaid Patient Satisfaction Health Services Administration 52

Medisys Compliance

JANUARY 11, 2024

Audits: Increased scrutiny from Medicare and Medicaid for potential coding discrepancies. Regulatory Landscape Medicare and Medicaid regulations change frequently, demanding constant adaptation. Patient Satisfaction Billing errors and delays can frustrate patients, leading to complaints and potentially lost referrals.

Medical Billing Outsourcing 59

Medical Billing Outsourcing Medical Billing Medicaid Medicaid 59

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

DECEMBER 27, 2022

million completed in-person and telehealth (video or phone) adult primary care encounters for nearly 940,000 unique patients at MedStar Health, Stanford Health Care and Intermountain Healthcare from January 1, 2019, to December 31, 2021. We also looked at each patient's payer type, including commercial, Medicaid, Medicare and other.

COVID-19 177

COVID-19 Patient Satisfaction Telemedicine Medicaid 177

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

DECEMBER 28, 2020

"Quality assurance work was similarly focused on this relatively focused scope of service in order to ensure a level of patient satisfaction and HIPPA compliance comparable to that offered by face-to-face visits," Sinkoff said.

COVID-19 185

COVID-19 Telemedicine Public Health Patient Satisfaction 185

Medisys Compliance

AUGUST 6, 2024

Resource Optimization Outsourcing billing allows small practices to focus on patient care rather than administrative tasks, improving overall patient satisfaction and outcomes. Educating patients about their billing statements, insurance coverage, and payment options.

Medical Billing Outsourcing 59

Medical Billing Outsourcing Patient Satisfaction Medical Billing Compliance 59

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

MARCH 22, 2021

TRU Community Care, based in Lafayette, Colorado, had a vision for incorporating a telehealth/remote patient monitoring program: to meet the needs of patients in the new Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services "Seriously Ill Population" (SIP) program. THE PROBLEM.

COVID-19 166

COVID-19 Nurses Hospitals Telemedicine 166

Medisys Compliance

AUGUST 14, 2024

Patient Collections: Implementing effective collection strategies while maintaining patient satisfaction is essential for managing patient accounts receivable. By focusing on patient financial well-being, practices can improve patient satisfaction and reduce financial hardship.

Patient Satisfaction 52

Patient Satisfaction Medical Billing Outsourcing Medical Billing Medicaid 52

American Medical Compliance

AUGUST 7, 2024

More importantly, it enhances the overall quality of patient care. After all, a safe workplace contributes to better staff performance and higher patient satisfaction. For example, CMS requires accurate and timely documentation of patient care to ensure proper billing and reimbursement.

Compliance 81

Compliance HIPAA Medicaid Medicaid 81

HIT Consultant

JUNE 9, 2023

Pomelo works with leading commercial and Medicaid health plans and employers including Penn Medicine, Mount Sinai Health System, Koch Industries, Elevance Health, Healthy Blue Nebraska, Nebraska Total Care, a Centene affiliate, and more.

Medicaid 52

Medicaid Medicaid Patient Satisfaction Health Outcomes 52

Medisys Compliance

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Reduced Stress: Outsourcing podiatry medical billing can free up podiatrists’ time so that they can focus on providing patient care. Improved Patient Satisfaction: When podiatrists are not bogged down with billing and coding, they can spend more time with their patients. This can reduce stress and burnout.

Medical Billing 59

Medical Billing Medical Billing Outsourcing Patient Satisfaction Health Insurance 59

HIT Consultant

MAY 28, 2024

Rapid Expansion Plans Currently serving over 500,000 individuals in 31 states, Thyme Care is poised for rapid expansion. . “We’re thrilled to welcome them to the team, and we look forward to leveraging their deep industry insights.”

Patient Satisfaction 52

Patient Satisfaction Medicaid Medicaid Medicare 52

Medisys Compliance

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Continuously evaluate outcomes, resource utilization, and patient satisfaction metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement targeted quality improvement initiatives. Trust Medisys to optimize your revenue cycle management, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality care to your patients.

Medical Billing Outsourcing 59

Medical Billing Outsourcing Medical Billing Patient Satisfaction Medicaid 59

Healthcare IT Today

JUNE 23, 2023

The capital will fuel Pomelo’s continued partnership expansion with major health plans, including several Medicaid managed care organizations, employers and leading academic medical centers on the front lines of the national maternal health crisis. Despite spending $111 billion annually on maternal healthcare , the U.S.

Medicaid 52

Medicaid Medicaid Patient Satisfaction Health Outcomes 52

Medisys Compliance

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Outsourcing allows practice staff to focus on patient engagement and care delivery, enhancing patient satisfaction. Reduced Administrative Burden Administrative tasks like insurance verification, claims follow-up and denial management often consume valuable time for in-house staff.

Medical Billing Outsourcing 59

Medical Billing Outsourcing Medical Billing Medicare Medicare 59

HIT Consultant

MARCH 21, 2023

For Salwei, data equals patient satisfaction and cash, and he believes that success is based on how fit your data is to make informed decisions. Here’s the challenge we all have,” Salwei says, “we’re trying to teach patients the basics of healthcare and healthcare insurance.

US Department of Health and Human Services 52

US Department of Health and Human Services Patient Satisfaction Medicaid Medicaid 52

HIT Consultant

DECEMBER 19, 2024

When patients lose money, insurers lose members, and healthcare providers lose patients. Our team found that Medicaid members who are misassigned due to bad provider data for a single health system in one state lead to around $55 million being unnecessarily spent over a month. Public funds are at risk, too.

Patient Satisfaction 52

Patient Satisfaction Governance Medicaid Medicaid 52

Medisys Compliance

APRIL 26, 2024

Reduced Administrative Burden: Automation and outsourcing free up valuable staff time for patient care and practice management. Enhanced Patient Satisfaction: A smooth billing experience with clear statements and resolved inquiries builds trust and improves patient satisfaction.

Medical Billing 59

Medical Billing Medical Billing Outsourcing Medical Billing Services Patient Satisfaction 59

HIT Consultant

DECEMBER 13, 2021

The research validates that the brief PAM survey can accurately measure a patient’s level of “activation”—their knowledge, skills and confidence for self-management—and can lead to improved health outcomes, higher patient satisfaction and lower cost of care.

Health Outcomes 52

Health Outcomes Licensing Patient Satisfaction Medicaid 52

HIT Consultant

APRIL 8, 2024

Payers: Grow Therapy partners with insurers to offer value-based care models, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality mental health services for covered populations, including Medicaid and Medicare members.

Patient Satisfaction 52

Patient Satisfaction Medicaid Medicaid Medicare 52

Innovaare Compliance

MARCH 24, 2024

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) reported that in the fiscal year 2020, they recovered $3.1 A survey by the American Medical Association found that 92% of physicians reported that prior authorization requirements had a negative impact on patient clinical outcomes. 2021, January 15). 2021, April).

Fraud 52

Fraud Compliance Health Insurance Medicaid 52

Healthcare IT Today

APRIL 19, 2024

Programs of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), a Medicare and Medicaid program designed for individuals aged 55 and above requiring nursing-home-level care, embraced the benefits of providing care at home prior to the pandemic, enabling this frail population to remain within their familiar home environments and communities.

Telemedicine 138

Telemedicine COVID-19 Nurses Nursing Homes 138

Medisys Compliance

JANUARY 19, 2024

Foster Patient Engagement Transparency in billing: Provide patients with clear cost estimates and explain their financial responsibility before procedures. Flexible payment options: Offer diverse payment methods for improved cash flow and patient satisfaction.

Medical Billing Outsourcing 64

Medical Billing Outsourcing Medical Billing Patient Satisfaction Compliance 64

Medisys Compliance

JUNE 18, 2024

Compliance with Regulations: Cardiology billing must comply with numerous regulations, including those from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and private insurers. This improves patient satisfaction and can lead to better clinical outcomes.

Medical Billing Outsourcing 59

Medical Billing Outsourcing Medical Billing Compliance Patient Satisfaction 59

Innovaare Compliance

MARCH 24, 2024

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) reported that in the fiscal year 2020, they recovered $3.1 A survey by the American Medical Association found that 92% of physicians reported that prior authorization requirements had a negative impact on patient clinical outcomes. 2021, January 15). 2021, April).

Fraud 52

Fraud Health Insurance Medicaid Medicaid 52

Medisys Compliance

JULY 23, 2024

Verify Coding Updates: Regularly review updates from the American Medical Association (AMA) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to stay current with coding changes. Patient Communication: Clearly communicate with patients about their treatment plans, expected outcomes, and potential side effects.

Medical Billing Outsourcing 59

Medical Billing Outsourcing Compliance Informed Consent Medical Billing 59

Medisys Compliance

AUGUST 1, 2023

The Challenges of Medical Billing in North Carolina Regulatory Complexity: Medical billing in NC is subject to a myriad of regulations , including those imposed by federal agencies like Medicare and Medicaid, as well as state-specific guidelines. Compliance with these regulations is crucial for accurate billing and avoiding penalties.

Medical Billing Services 52

Medical Billing Services Medical Billing Medical Billing Outsourcing Compliance 52

Medisys Compliance

AUGUST 1, 2023

The Challenges of Medical Billing in North Carolina Regulatory Complexity: Medical billing in NC is subject to a myriad of regulations , including those imposed by federal agencies like Medicare and Medicaid, as well as state-specific guidelines. Compliance with these regulations is crucial for accurate billing and avoiding penalties.

Medical Billing Services 52

Medical Billing Services Medical Billing Medical Billing Outsourcing Compliance 52

Dossier

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

For example, many hospitals grapple with reduced Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements, disproportionately affecting those serving a higher percentage of low-income patients. Improved Patient Outcomes : Competent staff are better equipped to provide high-quality care, which leads to better patient outcomes.

Hospitals 52

Hospitals Nurses Patient Satisfaction Medicaid 52