Valant

JULY 29, 2024

ICD-10 Code for Altered Mental Status In this blog post, Valant discusses the ICD-10 code for Altered Mental Status. Altered mental status, unspecified (R41.82) is a billable ICD-10 diagnostic code under HIPAA regulations from October 1, 2020, to September 30, 2021. Check out the 2023 ICD-10 updates here. Clinicians should only use the R41.82

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EvidenceCare

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

The Impact of the Two-Midnight Rule on Denials At the 2024 HFMA Annual Conference, we asked healthcare executives if they’re seeing any changes following the CMS Two-Midnight Rule, particularly in denials. Compliant documentation has also become more challenging. Another issue is “inpatient only” procedures.

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Valant

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

These flexibilities, extended by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) , are set to expire December 31, 2024. Features such as integrated telehealth platforms, robust documentation tools , and flexible prescription management systems are particularly beneficial.

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Practice Index

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Best of our blogs National Dog Walking Month - The benefits to your pooch and your mental health - By Ceri Gardener - Most dog owners would probably agree that during these dank, dark and dreary days of January, it’s hard to be motivated to walk your four-legged friend. The longest month of the year is over!

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Practice Index

MARCH 14, 2024

Updated in line with the rollout of the single assessment framework, the 2024 CQC (Care Quality Commission) Handbook [PLUS] is now available to download. This must-have document is packed with information and links to additional resources.

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Practice Index

MAY 23, 2024

First to market to provide a switching solution from KLOE to Quality Statements in CQC Manager Dedicated GP Holiday Management system for primary care (FREE) HR Package which enables you to manage essential HR processes with ease In 2024 we’re on track to bring you even more! Christmas) Upload documents to absences Coming soon.

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Valant

JANUARY 25, 2024

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD-10) released updates for 2024 related to behavioral health, which went into effect October 1, 2023. feeding difficulties (R63.3-) For more information, visit the ICD-10 2024 updates page on csm.gov. F33.3 , and ICD-10 Code for Anxiety, Unspecified 2024 – F41.9.

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Health Prime

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Breast cancer diagnosis coding In 2024, regarding genetic susceptibility , there are new ICD-10-CM code updates such as code Z15.02: Genetic susceptibility to malignant neoplasm of the breast and code Z15.03 Learn more about outsourcing your coding processes by reaching out to us at sales@hpiinc.com. Stay tuned to all the latest updates.

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Practice Index

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Best of our blogs I didn't open a single email! - Read more Explaining the GP practice accounts 2024 - Making sense of the practice accounts doesn’t require a degree in economics. Written by the Association of Independent Specialist Medical Accountants (AISMA), this essential guide has been fully revised and updated for 2024.

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Valant

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Understanding Complex Payer Rules in Behavioral Health The rules that payers set dictate how much and what type of information clinicians gather on patients, which billing codes to use, how to document treatment, and which treatments are covered. Heavier documentation. Develop documentation processes. Mental health parity laws.

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Practice Index

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Further useful resources: Finance Bundle from Practice Index Training GP Training Bundle from Practice Index Training Explaining the NHS Pension Scheme 2024 Retire and re-join guidance document [PLUS] Retirement policy [PLUS] The post Pensions Awareness Week 2024 appeared first on GP Practice Management Blog.

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Practice Index

AUGUST 8, 2024

Best of our blogs 1999? - We had to wait another 25 years and a few months for the type of bug we’d expected to hit that night - 19th July 2024, to be precise. To keep you on track, the free downloadable guide, Explaining the NHS Pension Scheme, has been fully reviewed and updated throughout for 2024. It was time.

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Valant

OCTOBER 4, 2024

In his June 2024 op-ed , U.S. Mr. Murthy’s proposal was then supported by 42 state attorneys general in a September 2024 letter to congressional leaders. Accurate documentation is key to addressing this emerging public health issue on an individual level.

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Health Prime

JANUARY 10, 2024

The American Medical Association (AMA) released the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code set for 2024. Overall, the 2024 CPT code set includes 349 editorial changes, including 225 additions, 75 deletions, and 93 revisions. Read the full updated CPT 2024 code set. Subscribe to the Health Prime blog.

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Practice Index

JANUARY 9, 2025

Catch up with the last month of 2024 for anything you might have missed! Best of our blogs Uniforms and dress codes: considerations to keep in mind - By Susi O'Brien - "Most GP practices have a uniform or dress code policy. December topped off an incredibly busy year for general practice, and for Practice Index!

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Valant

JUNE 28, 2024

It’s crucial to document the content of each session, including the therapeutic techniques used and the client’s progress. However, ensure proper documentation and justification for the frequency. Blog ICD-10 Codes for Depression – F32.0–F33.3 Usage Guidelines Time-Based Billing: CPT 90837 is a time-based code.

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Valant

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Blog Valant 2024 Key Improvements Learn More This year at Valant, weve made significant investments to our behavioral health EHR and practice management software to better support practices like yours, thanks to the invaluable feedback and input from our customers.

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Valant

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

(Updated 11/6/2024) In March of 2022, the American Psychological Association (APA) released changes to its diagnostic manual, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition. Learn more about the DSM-5 TR and its changes.

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Connect Care Bytes Blog

AUGUST 19, 2024

On August 25, 2024, Alberta Health Services (AHS) Connect Care will be able to deliver more clinical documents and results to specific provider locations (typically where the patient was seen, rather than a default provider address). Change requests must be received by AHS no later than August 19, 2024.

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Practice Index

JUNE 13, 2024

As always, we tried to brighten things up for you with lots of new blogs, HUB updates and we shared our commitment to development. The post What’s new across Practice Index – May 2024 roundup appeared first on GP Practice Management Blog. We had rain, a bit more rain, and then some more rain in May!

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Valant

JULY 25, 2024

Always document the actual time spent to ensure accurate billing. Mental Health Professionals: Consistent, accurate billing and documentation depend on an understanding of CPT 90846. Generalized Anxiety Disorder ICD 10 2024 – F41.1 ICD-10 Code for Anxiety, Unspecified 2024 – F41.9

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Healthcare Law Insights blog

MARCH 12, 2024

The document discusses the need for and goals of the rule, noting that the Departments found that none of the NQTL comparative analyses they reviewed had enough information and documentation. Adds new definitions, amends existing definitions, and clarifies when and how a NQTL may be used on Behavioral Health benefits. Sheridan, et al.,

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Practice Index

APRIL 4, 2024

Best of our blogs I predict a riot… who’s with me? - By Paula the PM - The long-awaited GP Contract letter 2024/25 has been published. Don’t worry, this blog will take you through what you need to know. The post What’s new across Practice Index – March 2024 roundup appeared first on GP Practice Management Blog.

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Practice Index

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The post Primary care news round-up (19th September to 25th September 2024) appeared first on GP Practice Management Blog. Critical shortages of non-clinical staff in practices NHS leaders have been warned that practices are facing “critical” staffing shortages for non-clinical roles.

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Practice Index

JUNE 13, 2024

From December 2024, PAs will be regulated by the GMC; maybe then they will be treated like their colleagues and follow similar supervisory and revalidation requirements. The post The future of Physician Associates – By Phil Coates appeared first on GP Practice Management Blog. Only time will tell.

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Valant

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Behavioral health providers should be informed about these changes for reporting of billing codes from October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025. For many specific items of interest, we recommend these articles from our knowledgebase: ICD-10 Code for Altered Mental Status, Unspecified 2024 R41.82

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Practice Index

JUNE 20, 2024

The LMCs’ Medical Director, Dr Elliott Singer, said: “The document covers steps practices can take to reduce the chances of patient behaviour escalating into abuse or violence. The post Primary care news round-up (13th June to 19th June 2024) appeared first on GP Practice Management Blog.

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Valant

JUNE 27, 2024

Documentation: Accurate documentation is crucial. Blog ICD-10 Codes for Depression – F32.0–F33.3 Blog ICD-10 Codes for Depression – F32.0–F33.3 Mental health providers who understand the details of CPT 90834 will have an easier time ensuring accurate documentation.

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ACMA Blog

JULY 9, 2024

FTC Conducts Investigation into PBMs Because PBM practices lack transparency and accountability to the public, in 2022, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requested data and documents of business practices to the six largest PBMs: Caremark Rx, LLC, Express Scripts, Inc., July 9, 2024. May 23, 2024. OptumRx, Inc., Endpoints News.

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Connect Care Bytes Blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The next scheduled update will occur during downtime on Thursday, September 12, 2024, between 00:30 and 04:30. PRD SRO (the read-only copy of the production environment) will be available during this outage; PRD SRO is accessible from any computer used for documenting in Connect Care regularly. Netcare also remains available.

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Practice Index

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The BMA’s GP committee for England included the proposal in a new document called “Why general practice is broken and how we can fix it”. The post Primary care news round-up (3rd October to 9th October 2024) appeared first on GP Practice Management Blog.

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Practice Index

MAY 9, 2024

29% of patients told the Biobank they had insomnia symptoms while just 10% had this documented in their GP records. The post Primary care news round-up (2nd May to 8th May 2024) appeared first on GP Practice Management Blog. Researchers studied patient reports of insomnia, comparing GP records with the UK Biobank.

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Practice Index

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Best of our blogs Salary Calculator - FREE in the HUB - The only salary calculator you need has arrived! The post Whats new across Practice Index November 2024 roundup appeared first on GP Practice Management Blog. Missed any of it? Catch up now!

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Practice Index

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Staff can easily upload their expense receipts so that the documents are all held in one place. This free upgrade to the Finance Package only applies to PPA Manager subscriptions running up to September 2025 that have been paid prior to 4th September 2024.

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Connect Care Bytes Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2024

The next scheduled update will occur Thursday, October 10, 2024 between 00:30 and 04:30. PRD SRO is accessible from any computer used for documenting in Connect Care regularly. What you need to do BEFORE DOWNTIME Complete orders and documentation in the chart before downtime begins. Netcare also remains available.

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Valant

MARCH 20, 2024

Blog Mastering Automated Reminders for Better Patient Engagement Read More Scale Your Existing Practice Scale Your Existing Practice Learn More Fragmented Communication and Collaboration Fragmented communication can impede care coordination and compromise patient safety or security.

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ACMA Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Reactive case management occurs when prior authorization for treatment is denied, affecting timeliness of patient treatment (Braxton, 2024)(DeMarzo & Ayoub, 2021). Additionally, the software is capable of accepting proprietary internal documents.

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