2022 Webinars
Information Sharing Under the Information Blocking Regulations: What Healthcare Providers Need to Know
Webinar date: November 1, 2022
October 6, 2022, marked the full implementation effective date for the Information Blocking regulations enacted as part of the 21st Century Cures Act. Seasoned IT and Operations leader, Karen Clark, will outline compliance requirements while also reviewing workflow and documentation considerations to support compliance.
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Webinar date: November 1, 2022
October 6, 2022, marked the full implementation effective date for the Information Blocking regulations enacted as part of the 21st Century Cures Act. Seasoned IT and Operations leader, Karen Clark, will outline compliance requirements while also reviewing workflow and documentation considerations to support compliance.
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Lunch, Laugh, Learn & Lead featuring comedian Robert Mac!
Webinar date: October 6, 2022
In celebration of making it to Quarter 3 2022, comedian Robert Mac joins us virtually to share clever jokes for clever folks. Check out Robert Mac: https://robertmac.com/
After Robert helps us decompress, AnnMargaret McCraw will moderate as several of our Association Board Members share a leadership tip or resource that has encouraged them recently.
Resources discussed in this webinar include:
Books
Called to Lead by Pegine Echevarria
Dream Big by Bob Goff
Atomic Habits by James Clear
Rising Strong by Brené Brown
Start With Why by Simon Sinek
Living Forward by Daniel Harkavy & Michael Hyatt
Podcasts
Creating a Value-Driven Culture Part 1 & 2 - Craig Groeschel
Growth Edge Leadership – Laurie Baedke
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Webinar date: October 6, 2022
In celebration of making it to Quarter 3 2022, comedian Robert Mac joins us virtually to share clever jokes for clever folks. Check out Robert Mac: https://robertmac.com/
After Robert helps us decompress, AnnMargaret McCraw will moderate as several of our Association Board Members share a leadership tip or resource that has encouraged them recently.
Resources discussed in this webinar include:
Books
Called to Lead by Pegine Echevarria
Dream Big by Bob Goff
Atomic Habits by James Clear
Rising Strong by Brené Brown
Start With Why by Simon Sinek
Living Forward by Daniel Harkavy & Michael Hyatt
Podcasts
Creating a Value-Driven Culture Part 1 & 2 - Craig Groeschel
Growth Edge Leadership – Laurie Baedke
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AI in MSK Care Delivery: Potential vs. Risk
Webinar date: September 1, 2022
Presented by: Sue Boisvert BSN, MHSA, CPPS, CPHRM, DFASHRM
After a rocky start, AI is poised to become a significant disruptive influence in healthcare. This webinar explores the promise and peril of AI use in healthcare.
From the promise perspective, Sue Boisvert will present a brief overview of the milestones in cognitive computing, followed by a discussion of AI applications in healthcare.
The peril section will explore enterprise risks associated with the application of AI in healthcare, including technology shortcomings, the current state of regulation, the legal landscape, ROI, and the risks of early adoption.
The third segment will address AI’s role and current state in MSK surgery and allow attendees to consider/discuss the associated promise and peril from their perspectives.
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Webinar date: September 1, 2022
Presented by: Sue Boisvert BSN, MHSA, CPPS, CPHRM, DFASHRM
After a rocky start, AI is poised to become a significant disruptive influence in healthcare. This webinar explores the promise and peril of AI use in healthcare.
From the promise perspective, Sue Boisvert will present a brief overview of the milestones in cognitive computing, followed by a discussion of AI applications in healthcare.
The peril section will explore enterprise risks associated with the application of AI in healthcare, including technology shortcomings, the current state of regulation, the legal landscape, ROI, and the risks of early adoption.
The third segment will address AI’s role and current state in MSK surgery and allow attendees to consider/discuss the associated promise and peril from their perspectives.
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Marketing, Social Media, & The Physician Practice: Legal Implications
Webinar date: August 11, 2022
Presented by: Tatiana Melnik, Attorney
Remember when “marketing” was limited to newspaper or magazine ads, television commercials and billboards? All those options required significant lead time and multiple proofs before the ads were deployed.
Today’s technology allows us (and others!) to post or upload images, videos, messages, and slogans to multiple platforms with a click and limited safeguards to proof the content in advance. Often individual physicians maintain an online presence outside of the practice’s approved marketing plan. Providers and employees generate posts without practice approval or input to include responding to negative online reviews. Practices utilize text messaging as a communication and marketing tool without understanding the legal obligations of doing so. How can a physician’s practice protect itself while still leveraging today’s technology?
Join us as seasoned healthcare attorney Tatiana Melnik explores the unique legal implications for medical practices as they navigate modern marketing platforms. She will outline potential risks and offer practical guidance to mitigate them.
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Webinar date: August 11, 2022
Presented by: Tatiana Melnik, Attorney
Remember when “marketing” was limited to newspaper or magazine ads, television commercials and billboards? All those options required significant lead time and multiple proofs before the ads were deployed.
Today’s technology allows us (and others!) to post or upload images, videos, messages, and slogans to multiple platforms with a click and limited safeguards to proof the content in advance. Often individual physicians maintain an online presence outside of the practice’s approved marketing plan. Providers and employees generate posts without practice approval or input to include responding to negative online reviews. Practices utilize text messaging as a communication and marketing tool without understanding the legal obligations of doing so. How can a physician’s practice protect itself while still leveraging today’s technology?
Join us as seasoned healthcare attorney Tatiana Melnik explores the unique legal implications for medical practices as they navigate modern marketing platforms. She will outline potential risks and offer practical guidance to mitigate them.
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Physician Financial Relationships & Conflict of Interest Policies
Webinar date: July 7, 2022
Presented by: Gregory A. Chaires, Esq.
Sponsored by: Chaires, Brooderson & Guerrero, P.L.
Given the myriad of laws and regulations governing financial relationships in health care, practices should have policies in place to vet the financial relationships of their physicians and professional staff.
This webinar will review policies and procedures needed to vet your staff & discuss the potential liabilities should there be improper financial relationships that violate state and federal law.
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Webinar date: July 7, 2022
Presented by: Gregory A. Chaires, Esq.
Sponsored by: Chaires, Brooderson & Guerrero, P.L.
Given the myriad of laws and regulations governing financial relationships in health care, practices should have policies in place to vet the financial relationships of their physicians and professional staff.
This webinar will review policies and procedures needed to vet your staff & discuss the potential liabilities should there be improper financial relationships that violate state and federal law.
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Online Patient Journey & the Physician Practice Part 1: Reputation Management
Webinar date: June 2, 2022
Presented by: Matty Crescenzo
Sponsored by: Valet Health
Remember when your practice’s ad in The Yellow Pages mattered? Neither do we!
Most patients leverage online resources to choose physicians, but not all physicians leverage the patient’s online journey to capture their attention. Given today’s tech focus, practices neglect their online presence to their detriment. Join us to explore recent trends and receive actionable tips in Online Reputation Management. Learn how data accuracy within physician online profiles enhances visibility and growth. Identify opportunities to optimize the patient journey based on data and measure your digital marketing program’s ROI.
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Webinar date: June 2, 2022
Presented by: Matty Crescenzo
Sponsored by: Valet Health
Remember when your practice’s ad in The Yellow Pages mattered? Neither do we!
Most patients leverage online resources to choose physicians, but not all physicians leverage the patient’s online journey to capture their attention. Given today’s tech focus, practices neglect their online presence to their detriment. Join us to explore recent trends and receive actionable tips in Online Reputation Management. Learn how data accuracy within physician online profiles enhances visibility and growth. Identify opportunities to optimize the patient journey based on data and measure your digital marketing program’s ROI.
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BRACE YOURSELF with Compliance Tools for Medicare’s New DME Requirements
Webinar date: May 5, 2022
Presented by: Vicki Thomas
Sponsored by: DJO/Enovis
CMS has updated DME requirements to include face-to-face visits, written orders prior to delivery and pre-authorization. Join us for this nuts-and-bolts workshop style webinar to review the requirements and explore strategies to meet them.
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Webinar date: May 5, 2022
Presented by: Vicki Thomas
Sponsored by: DJO/Enovis
CMS has updated DME requirements to include face-to-face visits, written orders prior to delivery and pre-authorization. Join us for this nuts-and-bolts workshop style webinar to review the requirements and explore strategies to meet them.
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Short-staffed. Short-tempered. Short-timer.
Webinar date: April 7, 2022
Presented by: Kevin McDaniel, Chief Strategist with WindRiver Strategies (www.windriverstrategies.net)
If your practice is struggling to fill open positions and maintain morale as existing team members are doing more with less, Kevin McDaniel has some encouragement for you!
No one can solve the nation’s staffing crisis overnight, but Kevin will share strategies for attracting, assessing, and aligning a workforce that can sustain and even grow your practice during stressful seasons.
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Webinar date: April 7, 2022
Presented by: Kevin McDaniel, Chief Strategist with WindRiver Strategies (www.windriverstrategies.net)
If your practice is struggling to fill open positions and maintain morale as existing team members are doing more with less, Kevin McDaniel has some encouragement for you!
No one can solve the nation’s staffing crisis overnight, but Kevin will share strategies for attracting, assessing, and aligning a workforce that can sustain and even grow your practice during stressful seasons.
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Making MIPS Work for Orthopaedics
Webinar date: March 3, 2022
Sponsored by: Sharecare
Presented by: Gary Hyman, Executive Director of The Hawkins Foundation, Inc.
Orthopaedic practices have adapted to jumping through ever-changing hoops to avoid CMS penalties in programs that rarely feel meaningful to enhancing MSK care.
In this webinar, Gary Hyman highlights current MIPS measures that may actually add value for ortho practices and offers suggestions for successfully reporting them.
If there’s a way to make MIPS more than a regulatory obligation, Gary will help you discover it!
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Webinar date: March 3, 2022
Sponsored by: Sharecare
Presented by: Gary Hyman, Executive Director of The Hawkins Foundation, Inc.
Orthopaedic practices have adapted to jumping through ever-changing hoops to avoid CMS penalties in programs that rarely feel meaningful to enhancing MSK care.
In this webinar, Gary Hyman highlights current MIPS measures that may actually add value for ortho practices and offers suggestions for successfully reporting them.
If there’s a way to make MIPS more than a regulatory obligation, Gary will help you discover it!
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Good Faith Estimates (GFE) Workshop
Webinar date: February 3, 2022
Sponsored by: HealthMe
Presented by: AnnMargaret McCraw, Managing Director, Orthopaedics, for Cobbe Consulting & Management; and Matthew B. Roberts, Health Care & Public Policy Practice Group, Nexsen Pruet | Columbia, SC
Matthew B. Roberts reviews the legal requirements of the Good Faith Estimates portion of the No Surprises Act that are effective now versus future dates, while AnnMargaret McCraw reviews practical ways to meet the requirements and provide resources customizable to any practice.
Together they address these real-life scenarios and more:
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Webinar date: February 3, 2022
Sponsored by: HealthMe
Presented by: AnnMargaret McCraw, Managing Director, Orthopaedics, for Cobbe Consulting & Management; and Matthew B. Roberts, Health Care & Public Policy Practice Group, Nexsen Pruet | Columbia, SC
Matthew B. Roberts reviews the legal requirements of the Good Faith Estimates portion of the No Surprises Act that are effective now versus future dates, while AnnMargaret McCraw reviews practical ways to meet the requirements and provide resources customizable to any practice.
Together they address these real-life scenarios and more:
- Communication with self-pay patients prior to and during an appointment.
- Communication with self-pay patients prior to elective and urgent procedures.
- Communication with self-pay patients in the hospital setting during on-call consultations.
- Communication with insured patients who ask to be self-pay.
- Communication with patients when your practice is out-of-network with their insurance.
- Notice requirements and suggestions
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CPT Ortho Changes for 2022
Webinar date: January 5, 2022
Presented by: Lynn Anderanin, CPC, CPPM, CPMA, CPC-I, COSC, Sr. Coding Educator for Healthcare Information Services
Topics covered in this webinar include:
-E/M and Place of Service Changes to include shared/split visits
-New guideline revisions for restorative care
-Spine Surgery additions and code description clarifications
-Latest information on PRP and subchondroplasty
-Medicare reporting of therapy involving assistants
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Webinar date: January 5, 2022
Presented by: Lynn Anderanin, CPC, CPPM, CPMA, CPC-I, COSC, Sr. Coding Educator for Healthcare Information Services
Topics covered in this webinar include:
-E/M and Place of Service Changes to include shared/split visits
-New guideline revisions for restorative care
-Spine Surgery additions and code description clarifications
-Latest information on PRP and subchondroplasty
-Medicare reporting of therapy involving assistants
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2021 Webinars
Attracting and Retaining Awesome Employees – Get It Right The First Time
Webinar date: November 11, 2021
Presented by: Wendy Sellers
Topics covered in this webinar include:
-Creating the job ad/job description
-Getting the pay right
-Interview questions to ask (and not ask)
-Communication, communication, communication
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Webinar date: November 11, 2021
Presented by: Wendy Sellers
Topics covered in this webinar include:
-Creating the job ad/job description
-Getting the pay right
-Interview questions to ask (and not ask)
-Communication, communication, communication
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The Top 3 Things to Do Daily to Seize Your Day and Feel More Accomplished, Healthier, and Happier
Webinar date: September 2, 2021
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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Webinar date: September 2, 2021
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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Survive and Thrive with Bundled Payments
Webinar date: August 3, 2021
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:
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Webinar date: August 3, 2021
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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OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard for the Health Care Industry
Webinar date: July 1, 2021
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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Webinar date: July 1, 2021
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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Financial Impacts of COVID-19
Webinar date: June 3, 2021
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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Webinar date: June 3, 2021
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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Price Transparency & What Challenges and Opportunities Exist for Orthopaedic Practices
Webinar date: May 6, 2021
Presented by: Karen S. Simonton, CPA, Strategic 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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Webinar date: May 6, 2021
Presented by: Karen S. Simonton, CPA, Strategic 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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Unraveling the COVID Chaos from an Operational Perspective
Webinar date: April 8, 2021
Presented by: Karen Clark, MBA, CPHIMS, FHIMSS, Director Technology Services, Somerset CPAs and Advisors
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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Webinar date: April 8, 2021
Presented by: Karen Clark, MBA, CPHIMS, FHIMSS, Director Technology Services, Somerset CPAs and Advisors
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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Data-Driven Insights & Tips to Improve Digital Marketing Support for Physicians
Webinar date: March 4, 2021
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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Webinar date: March 4, 2021
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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2021 E&M Coding Changes: Lessons Learned
Webinar date: February 4, 2021
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
Webinar date: February 4, 2021
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
Webinar date: November 13. 2020
Presented by: Kevin R. McDaniel CPC, CLP, WindRiver Strategies
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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Webinar date: November 13. 2020
Presented by: Kevin R. McDaniel CPC, CLP, WindRiver Strategies
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, CEO & Co-founder of 20Lighter
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, CEO & Co-founder of 20Lighter
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 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.
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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.
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Telemedicine, Virtual Visits and Digital E/M Services: CMS Makes Additional Changes to Telehealth, Virtual Services & Telephone Call Based “Visits”
Webinar date: April 3, 2020 Updated webinar based on the changes announced on March 30, 2020.
Presented by: Acevedo Consulting
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.
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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Webinar date: April 3, 2020 Updated webinar based on the changes announced on March 30, 2020.
Presented by: Acevedo Consulting
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.
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
Webinar date: March 25, 2020
Presented by: The Management Labor and Employment Law Firm of Allen Norton & Blue
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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Webinar date: March 25, 2020
Presented by: The Management Labor and Employment Law Firm of Allen Norton & Blue
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
Webinar date: March 24, 2020
Presented by: Healthcare Compliance Pros
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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Webinar date: March 24, 2020
Presented by: Healthcare Compliance Pros
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
Webinar date: March 12, 2020
Presented by: 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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Webinar date: March 12, 2020
Presented by: 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
Webinar date: February 13, 2020
Presented by: Christopher Acevedo, Chief Operating Officer for Acevedo Consulting
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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Webinar date: February 13, 2020
Presented by: Christopher Acevedo, Chief Operating Officer for Acevedo Consulting
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.
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2019 Webinars
How to deal with Same & Similar DME Denials and Audits
Webinar date: December 19, 2019
Presented by: Vicki Thomas, Sr. Manager, Reimbursement and Contracting, DJO Healthcare Solutions; Justin Humphrey, Sr. Director, DJO Healthcare Solutions; BJ Maack, ATC, CSCS, Area Director, Southeast, DJO Healthcare Solutions
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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Webinar date: December 19, 2019
Presented by: Vicki Thomas, Sr. Manager, Reimbursement and Contracting, DJO Healthcare Solutions; Justin Humphrey, Sr. Director, DJO Healthcare Solutions; BJ Maack, ATC, CSCS, Area Director, Southeast, DJO Healthcare Solutions
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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2018 Webinars
Practice Risk 301: Cyber Risk Review and Sexual Harassment and Regulatory Defense
Webinar date: December 4, 2018
Presented by: Danna-Gracey info@dannagracey.com • www.dannagracey.com • 800.966.2120
With 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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Webinar date: December 4, 2018
Presented by: Danna-Gracey info@dannagracey.com • www.dannagracey.com • 800.966.2120
With 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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Cyber Risk 201: Prevention and Solutions for Cyber Risks
Webinar date: November 28, 2018
Presented by: Danna-Gracey info@dannagracey.com • www.dannagracey.com • 800.966.2120
So 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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Webinar date: November 28, 2018
Presented by: Danna-Gracey info@dannagracey.com • www.dannagracey.com • 800.966.2120
So 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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Cyber Risk 101: Risks and Consequences of Cyber Attacks on Your Practice
Webinar date: November 14, 2018
Presented by: Danna-Gracey info@dannagracey.com • www.dannagracey.com • 800.966.2120
If 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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Webinar date: November 14, 2018
Presented by: Danna-Gracey info@dannagracey.com • www.dannagracey.com • 800.966.2120
If 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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Overview of the VA Mission Act.
Webinar date: July 27, 2018
Presented by: Jordan Vivian, Manager of Government Relations from the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons
The VA Mission Act makes a number of changes to the treatment options and reimbursement process for Veterans seeking care outside of the VA system. Many of our members render care to Veterans through the VA Choice Program and will be interested in the reforms enacted in the new law.
Our speaker was Jordan Vivian, Manager of Government Relations from the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons, who provided an overview of the legislation and what it may mean for orthopaedic practices treating Veterans.
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Webinar date: July 27, 2018
Presented by: Jordan Vivian, Manager of Government Relations from the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons
The VA Mission Act makes a number of changes to the treatment options and reimbursement process for Veterans seeking care outside of the VA system. Many of our members render care to Veterans through the VA Choice Program and will be interested in the reforms enacted in the new law.
Our speaker was Jordan Vivian, Manager of Government Relations from the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons, who provided an overview of the legislation and what it may mean for orthopaedic practices treating Veterans.
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BPCI Advanced: The Framework and Opportunities for Physicians
Webinar date: February 13, 2018
Presented by: Signature Care Management
Bundled Payments for Care Improvement (BPCI) Advanced is a new Medicare program that aims to improve quality outcomes while reducing cost. Physician group practices are eligible to participate with several orthopedic clinical episode options, including major joint replacement of the lower extremity, major joint replacement of the upper extremity, and spinal episodes.
Agenda topics:
• Bundled payment overview
• Eligible participants
• Target Price
• Risk sharing and cost savings
• CMS program precedence issues
• Clinical episodes
• Quality Metrics
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Presentation Slides
BPCI Advanced Consent For Data
SCM CareMosaic
Webinar date: February 13, 2018
Presented by: Signature Care Management
Bundled Payments for Care Improvement (BPCI) Advanced is a new Medicare program that aims to improve quality outcomes while reducing cost. Physician group practices are eligible to participate with several orthopedic clinical episode options, including major joint replacement of the lower extremity, major joint replacement of the upper extremity, and spinal episodes.
Agenda topics:
• Bundled payment overview
• Eligible participants
• Target Price
• Risk sharing and cost savings
• CMS program precedence issues
• Clinical episodes
• Quality Metrics
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Documents:
Presentation Slides
BPCI Advanced Consent For Data
SCM CareMosaic
