Even if you choose to participate in the MIPS program at a minimum level for 2017, take advantage of this one-year “grace period” to prepare for the more rigorous requirements of 2018 and beyond. Here are a few suggestions. READ MORE
The Indiana Health Coverage Programs is in the second week of implementing their new CoreMMIS and Provider Healthcare Portal. While there have been several performance problems during the implementation, the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration and Hewlett Packard Enterprise are reporting progress in stabilizing the new system and are working to resolve outstanding issues as quickly as possible. READ MORE
In the ongoing debate about out-of-network balance billing, or so-called “surprise billing,” a recent national study found that the average emergency physician charges at least four times what Medicare reimburses for the same services. But the American College of Emergency Physicians says the study focuses on the wrong issues. READ MORE
While the debate over out-of-network balance billing rages on, one way to minimize the impact would be enter into or maintain contracts with payers. For those payers that you do decide to go or remain in-network with, here are a few tips for navigating payer contracts. READ MORE
