The HIPAA Journal

MAY 2, 2024

Hackers gained access to the BioPlus network for more than 2 weeks between October and November 2021, and potentially stole names, dates of birth, contact information, health insurance information, prescription information, and Social Security numbers.

HIPAA 111

HIPAA Follow-Up Best Practices Documentation 111

Coronis Health

AUGUST 10, 2023

Best practices in hospital billing and coding processes are key to guiding coders as they navigate the complexities of chart documentation. Revision of the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, changing the way providers are reimbursed for evaluation and management services, which affects coding and documentation requirements.

Best Practices 52

Best Practices Hospital Medical Coding Documentation 52

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 14, 2025

Students interested in becoming Medical Assistants are often curious about what the work schedule will be like. Read on for a detailed breakdown of a Medical Assistants typical schedule. What Is The Typical Work Schedule For A Medical Assistant? Part-Time Schedule: Hours: Can range from 20 to 30 hours per week.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Scheduling 52

Health Prime

JUNE 22, 2023

This rapid growth must encourage gastroenterology practices to ensure a streamlined revenue cycle and maximize reimbursements. Therefore, adopting best practices in medical billing is essential. Best practices for efficient gastroenterology medical billing 1. At Health Prime, we can help!

Best Practices 40

Best Practices Billing Medication Documentation 40

Valant

MARCH 30, 2024

Some even integrate the entire patient intake process, from prospective patient management , to intake paperwork, to scheduling, and all the way through to billing. Electronic forms allow practices to collect patient information digitally.

Best Practices 52

Best Practices Medical History Communication Documentation 52

Health Prime

MAY 30, 2024

Negotiate payer contracts effectively Reviewing and renegotiating payer contracts regularly is essential for your medical practice’s financial health. Additionally, understanding the terms, fee schedules, and reimbursement rates can help you negotiate favorable terms, leading to fair compensation for the services provided.

Billing 105

Billing Documentation Continuing Education Medical Coding 105

Valant

AUGUST 20, 2024

Become familiar with the mandates and best practices that will contribute to a safe and effective treatment environment: Maintain confidentiality. Scheduling: You’ll collaborate with group members to select a meeting day and time that works for everyone. Therapists are legally bound by confidentiality.

Billing 105

Billing Documentation Scheduling Appointments 105

Health Populi

APRIL 23, 2024

In this health consumer update, McKinsey spoke with three consumer marketing experts from other industries to learn best practices on how best to “be there” for consumers — in other words, meeting people where they are. The first bar chart from the report tells us that most U.S.

Best Practices 83

Best Practices Appointments Scheduling Insurance 83

Valant

JUNE 2, 2024

As a practice owner , you’re also responsible for the business aspects of your practice—financial management, human resources, marketing, and compliance with legal regulations. You’ll also need to manage, or at least oversee the management of, daily administrative tasks like scheduling, billing , and staff supervision.

Communication 102

Communication HIPAA Patient Care Scheduling 102

EvidenceCare

APRIL 16, 2024

Traditional Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage vs commercial insurance). Here are some best practices for preparing the team: Mock Audits: Conduct periodic mock audits to identify areas for improvement and familiarize staff with the audit process. This helps reduce anxiety and allows staff to practice their responses.

Documentation 130

Documentation Admissions Discharges Billing 130

Health Prime

JULY 18, 2024

Denial management refers to identifying, analyzing, and resolving denied claims from insurance companies or payers. It’s vital because denied claims directly impact a medical practice’s revenue stream. By effectively managing denials, practices can minimize revenue loss and improve cash flow.

Billing 105

Billing Patient Satisfaction Documentation Medication 105

Valant

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The structured and evidence-based nature of Wiley Treatment Planners supports smoother insurance claim and reimbursement processes. Clear documentation of goals, objectives, and interventions helps explain the medical necessity of treatment, potentially reducing claim denials.

Documentation 98

Documentation Diagnostics Best Practices Collaboration 98

CollaborateMD

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

For example, bills may make it unclear if insurance covers a treatment. A lack of clarity about insurance coverage can delay treatments. By sending automatic reminders via phone, text, or email, practices can significantly reduce the likelihood of patients forgetting their appointments. This simplifies scheduling.

Follow-Up 52

Follow-Up Appointments Patient Satisfaction Billing 52

Health Prime

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Five essential reports every medical practice should run 1. It categorizes unpaid patient invoices and insurance claims by age, typically in 30-day increments. Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) Report RCM reports provide a comprehensive view of your practices revenue cycle, from patient scheduling and billing to payment collections.

Medication 52

Medication Billing Documentation Appointments 52

Health Prime

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Here are some strategies you can implement to promote healthy aging while improving outcomes in your practice: 1.Encourage Encourage your patients to schedule preventative care appointments Increase early assessment and diagnosis, risk reduction, prevention, and management of chronic diseases for people with or at risk of certain conditions.

Patient Care 52

Patient Care Insurance Appointments Scheduling 52

Northwest Suburban College

MAY 7, 2024

Administrative Responsibilities Besides clinical duties, Dental Assistants also manage various administrative tasks integral to the operation of dental practices. – Billing and Insurance: Processing dental insurance claims, managing billing records, and addressing patients’ concerns regarding payment or insurance issues.

Vital Signs 52

Vital Signs Continuing Education Sterilization Appointments 52

Valant

JANUARY 30, 2024

External Audit Requirements In the behavioral health field, audits involve a comprehensive examination of a practice’s compliance with regulations and standards, such as those from states and insurance providers. Common audit requirements help providers maintain practices that align with the highest standards of care.

Billing 52

Billing Documentation Follow-Up Best Practices 52

Relias

MARCH 5, 2024

Whether its events in the wider world, new processes in the organization, or differing treatment options for clients, it’s important to stay abreast of best practices in the field. Beyond enhancing security, your organization can also further educate staff and clients on telehealth best practices.

Best Practices 52

Best Practices Continuing Education Communication Follow-Up 52

Northwest Career College

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Here are some best practices to guide you in effectively doing so as a dental administrative assistant. Importance of Confidentiality Laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act protect patient confidentiality.

Best Practices 40

Best Practices HIPAA Patient Records Documentation 40

Valant

MARCH 1, 2024

Compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act ( HIPAA ) and other laws/regulations is mandatory. In addition, complying with HIPAA protects your patients, your practice, and helps you avoid fines and penalties. Those professionals will have important insights on how to start a therapy practice.

Billing 52

Billing HIPAA Patient Centered Care Follow-Up 52

Northwest Suburban College

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Checking the schedule to see which patients will be coming in is also an essential part of the morning routine. During this meeting, the day’s schedule and any special cases are reviewed. These duties can include scheduling appointments, managing phone calls, and updating patient records.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Medical History Vital Signs 52

Valant

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

For instance, monitoring appointment scheduling and wait times helps streamline administrative processes and reduce patient wait times. Efficient scheduling enhances patient satisfaction as well as resource allocation within the practice. For example: Define clear objectives and metrics to measure.

Billing 52

Billing Patient Satisfaction Appointments Scheduling 52

Valant

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

It supports your claims and demonstrates compliance with insurance regulations. Follow these best practices for documenting group treatment: Be specific. Check eligibility for each patient up front to prevent insurance snafus. Reach out to your EHR vendor to see if they provide training on reimbursement best practices.

Documentation 52

Documentation Billing Follow-Up Best Practices 52

CollaborateMD

MAY 25, 2023

Oncology medical billing is the process of submitting claims to insurance companies or other payers for oncology-related billing services associated with cancer management. Oncology medical billing requires understanding medical coding to run a successful oncology practices. Review any rejections, appealing if necessary.

Billing 52

Billing Medication Medical Coding Insurance 52

Medical Advantage

MARCH 28, 2024

In this blog, we will explore patient engagement best practices and the top patient engagement tools available. Medication reminders and notifications: Reminders provide timely alerts to patients about their medication schedules, ensuring they adhere to their prescribed treatment plans.

Patient Satisfaction 52

Patient Satisfaction Appointments Communication Scheduling 52

Health Prime

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Here are some strategies you can implement to promote healthy aging while improving outcomes in your practice: 1.Encourage Encourage your patients to schedule preventative care appointments Increase early assessment and diagnosis, risk reduction, prevention, and management of chronic diseases for people with or at risk of certain conditions.

Patient Care 40

Patient Care Insurance Appointments Scheduling 40

Northwest Career College

MARCH 18, 2024

They must partner with practice managers and other administrative leaders within the practice to stay up to date on changes from local, state, and federal regulatory bodies, as well as insurance carrier guidelines. Ongoing education is key to maintaining compliance and avoiding legal pitfalls.

Continuing Education 40

Continuing Education Billing Medication Patient Satisfaction 40

Arkenea

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Beyond diagnostics, intelligent services will transform multiple aspects throughout healthcare, including payments, insurance, front-office operations, and research. We also use AI services through meeting minutes, schedules, documentation summaries and in several other areas. Otherwise, technology investments will not be maximized.

Diagnostics 52

Diagnostics Best Practices Communication Documentation 52

Health Prime

JANUARY 3, 2024

During the initial encounter, front-office staff should diligently collect and verify patient demographic details, insurance information, and other pertinent data. Real-time insurance eligibility verification is another crucial aspect. Ensuring that staff is well-informed about evolving regulations is paramount.

Billing 52

Billing Insurance Communication Medication 52

Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 27, 2024

They also handle administrative duties, such as answering phone calls, processing insurance claims, and managing patient records, which keeps the pharmacy’s operations running smoothly. Regularly scheduled safety training ensures that we are always up-to-date with the latest guidelines and best practices.

Long Term Care 52

Long Term Care Communication Follow-Up Medication 52

Northwest Suburban College

MAY 24, 2024

Administrative Expertise In addition to their clinical duties, dental assistants often contribute to the smooth functioning of dental practices through administrative tasks. These responsibilities may include scheduling appointments, managing patient records, handling insurance claims, and ordering supplies.

Continuing Education 52

Continuing Education Sterilization Certification Communication 52

Valant

APRIL 2, 2024

Performance Reporting: The ability to focus on metrics such as patient retention, insurance aging, and billing documentation status goes a long way towards practice efficiency. Practices can use EHR data to streamline clinical workflows and optimize resource allocation.

Documentation 40

Documentation HIPAA Best Practices Appointments 40

Valant

MARCH 2, 2024

Training sessions should cover the steps involved in the billing cycle, from verifying patient insurance coverage to submitting claims to following up on denials. Staying agile is important for any practice in a field such as behavioral health, where changing regulations and market dynamics can have a big impact.

Billing 52

Billing Documentation Follow-Up Insurance 52

Northwest Career College

MARCH 1, 2024

Insurance carrier rules offer similar compliance challenges. This is typically the responsibility of clinical staff, but staying educated about best practices for operating a medical practice (versus delivering treatment) means you can support the medical team in providing the best care.

Medical Administrative Assistant 40

Medical Administrative Assistant Continuing Education Medication Patient Satisfaction 40

Relias

JUNE 28, 2023

To provide the best services possible, healthcare organizations of all kinds must understand how to implement integrated care management. Integrated care is a best practice model that combines evidence-based medical and behavioral healthcare services at one point of entry. What does integrated care management mean?

Follow-Up 52

Follow-Up Appointments Collaboration Medication 52

Accepted Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

And the other thing is that it’s always good to, when you are mostly or solely in one hospital, there are practices that hospitals do not because they’re best practice necessarily, but because they’re habit or it’s the way that the hospital has always done it. I would prefer that.

Admissions 52

Admissions Medication Follow-Up Hospital 52

Arkenea

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Table of Contents Why Mobile EHR Applications Essential Features of Mobile EHR Applications Challenges in Mobile EHR Application Development Best Practices in Mobile EHR Application Development Role of Custom Development in Mobile EHR Applications Why Mobile EHR Applications? Best Practices in Mobile EHR Application Development 1.

Tests 52

Tests Medical History HIPAA Best Practices 52