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June 19, 2024

Navigating Billing Challenges in 2024: Compliance and Coding in Home Health & Hospice Care

Welcome back to our series tailored for home health and hospice care agency owners. Building on our previous discussion about…

June 10, 2024

7 Reasons Your Hospice Agency Should Outsource Medical Billing

Managing your in-house medical billing may be costing more than you realize, compromising your agency’s efficiency. Outsourcing to a provider…

May 1, 2024

Billing Challenges in Home Health and Hospice Care in 2024: Navigating Value-Based Reimbursement and Audit Risks

Welcome to the first entry in our blog series focusing on overcoming billing challenges in home health and hospice care…

March 25, 2024

Coding Updates for 2024

The world of medical billing and coding is undergoing significant changes in 2024, impacting healthcare providers, coders, and patients alike.…

March 25, 2024

The Evolution of Medicare in 2024: Navigating New Rules and Regulations

The landscape of Medicare, particularly concerning Medicare Advantage (MA) and Part D programs, has undergone significant changes with the finalization…

March 25, 2024

Navigating the Paperwork Maze: The Impact of Insurance Policies on Healthcare Delivery

Cigna’s modifier 25 policy has sparked widespread concern among the American Medical Association (AMA) and over 100 other healthcare organizations.…

February 21, 2024

Navigating the Transition to Electronic Visit Verification (EVV)

Discover the future of home health care compliance and efficiency through the latest advancements in Electronic Visit Verification (EVV). As the 21st Century Cures Act’s deadline approaches, read how state-of-the-art EVV solutions are here to ensure your agency meets the requirements seamlessly. Dive into the details of EVV readiness for your state and embrace the transition with confidence.

February 21, 2024

Essential Telehealth Reporting Changes for Home Health Agencies

Reminder: As of July 2023, Home Health Agencies must adopt new G-codes for telehealth services. This crucial update mandates detailed reporting for synchronous telemedicine, audio-only consultations, and remote patient monitoring. Ensure your agency is prepared for these changes to maintain compliance and optimize billing processes.

February 21, 2024

Updated Billing Guidelines for Disposable Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Devices in Home Health Care: Effective January 2024

Starting January 1, 2024, Home Health Agencies (HHAs) must follow new billing procedures for disposable Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) devices. These will now be billed and paid separately under the period of care claims, Type of Bill 032x. It’s crucial for billing staff to note the application of deductibles and coinsurance, as well as the necessary coding changes. Stay updated to ensure compliance and efficient billing processes.

December 21, 2023

Telehealth's Challenge: Ensuring Completion of Medical Tests and Referrals

In an era where telehealth is becoming increasingly prevalent, a recent article from Physician’s Weekly titled “Rates of Loop Closure…

December 21, 2023

Innovative Healthcare: Embracing Hospitals in the Home

The concept of ‘Hospital at Home’ is revolutionizing the healthcare industry. This model, as discussed in a compelling article from…

November 10, 2023

Electronic Visit Verification (EVV)

EVV Vendor Transition Overview Effective October 1, 2023, Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is transitioning from two Electronic…

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