Updated QPP Tools Now Eligible for Practice Use
Posted Aug 28, 2018
What are QPP Tools?
QPP stands for Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program was designed to improve Medicare by helping physicians focus on the quality of care over service volume. Prior to 2015, physicians were reimbursed on a fee-for-service model. In 2015, QPP was introduced, bringing a two track value-based reimbursement system to replace the existing system.
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The Importance of Accuracy and Compliance in Billing and Coding
Posted Dec 15, 2017
Always Ensure Accurate and Compliant Billing and Coding
When managing a medical practice, you undoubtedly have several things to worry about at any given time. Medical billing and coding is difficult to keep up with, especially with evolving laws, regulations, and medical codes. These changes make it difficult to be compliant even for the most astute practices. Unfortunately, failure to have accurate and compliant medical billing and coding can result in several negative ramifications for your practice. Here are the top three reasons it is vital to be accurate and compliant in billing and coding all of the time, and some of our tips for achieving greater accuracy and compliance.
Read MoreConverting your Top Ortho ICD9 Codes to ICD10
There are many orthopedic coding that will come with the switch from ICD-9 to ICD-10.This free guide will help you understand ICD-10, prepare for it, and give you the resources to guide your transition.
3 Healthcare Coding Updates You Can't Afford to Miss
Posted Mar 15, 2016
Healthcare coding is constantly in a state of change. Since ICD-10’s implementation, we’ve done our best to keep you informed and updated on all decisions, changes, and clarifications. Following proper coding practices increases the likelihood of prompt payment and keeps processing as efficient as possible. Below I’ve included a breakdown of changes and updates regarding comparison view x-rays, foot care, and surgical spine treatment.
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