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The New Portable Do Not Resuscitate Order

Aug 16, 2016 at 12:26 pm by steve

The Natural Death Act, Ala. Code 22-8A-1 et seq., contains the provisions on how an individual may plan for end-of-life decisions. Specifically, it outlines the requirements f.... Read More

Understanding the Merit Based Incentive Payment System

Aug 16, 2016 at 12:26 pm by steve

2016 MU participation is crucial to avoid a 2018 payment adjustment We have just passed the July 1st application deadline for hardship for the 2015 Meaningful Use program, and.... Read More

The Question: What about Training? The Answer: What was the Question again?

Aug 16, 2016 at 12:26 pm by steve

I recently saw a great poster about two options the healthcare industry might employ to secure data (think PHI). To paraphrase: Option 1) - Completely remove the human element.... Read More

Alabama Medicaid Cut Endangers Patient Care

Aug 16, 2016 at 12:26 pm by steve

The Alabama Medicaid Agency and Gov. Robert Bentley announced a devastating cut to primary care physicians effective August 1st, which will make access to care more difficult.... Read More

Final Rule Changes to Medicare Shared Savings Program Impact ACOs

Jul 22, 2016 at 11:08 am by steve

On June 6, 2016, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule that impacts Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) under the Medicare Shared Savings.... Read More