On November 1, 2024, CMS released its final rule describing calendar year 2025 policies and rates for Medicare’s Outpatient Prospective Payment System and the final rule was published in the Federal Register. This article is a comprehensive overview of all the major highlights, allowing coders to stay informed about key updates and navigate the changes throughout the year.
Discover why a recent Office for Civil Rights (OCR) settlement serves as a stark warning about the financial and reputational consequences of failing to secure patient data.
A study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that even when patients agreed to be charged for queries sent though a portal, only a tiny fraction of these asynchronous encounters were billed. This article covers why e-visits may be difficult to bill.
This week’s Medicare updates include an OIG report on CMS’ over-the-counter COVID-19 test kits demonstration, roster billing for hepatitis B vaccines, and more!
As HHS proposes updates to the HIPAA Security Rule, learn what HIM leaders must prioritize to stay ahead of compliance mandates and protect sensitive patient data.
