News & Analysis

May 19, 2015
Medicare Insider

This week’s note is about billing for chronic care management. Click the link above for more information and an in-depth analysis.

May 12, 2015
Medicare Insider

This week’s updates include the 2016 hospice wage index and payment rate update. Click the link above to read more about this week’s updates.

May 12, 2015
Medicare Insider

This week’s note is about billing for provider-based vs. freestanding locations. Click the link above for more information and an in-depth analysis.

May 5, 2015
Medicare Insider

This week’s updates include CMS’ release of data on prescription drugs and FY 2016 changes for inpatient psychiatric facilities. Click the link above to read more about this week’s updates.

May 5, 2015
Medicare Insider

This week’s note is about CMS providing additional information for provider about edits. Click the link above for more information and an in-depth analysis.

May 1, 2015
Briefings on HIPAA

Q: It is my understanding that written authorization is required for the release of PHI even for treatment, payment, and operations purposes. I believe this is true in New York state, but am unsure if it is also true nationally.

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