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Articles Ask a Rev Cycle Expert: Rapid LVO Codes? Do you know the codes that will trigger the new technology add on payment for the Rapid LVO? Learn More
Articles Market-Based MS-DRG Data Required in 2021 CMS has recently finalized new reporting requirements, published in the Fiscal Year 2021 IPPS Final Rule. The process will require hospitals to report the median payer-specific negotiated charge for all of the hospitals' Medicare Advantage organizations by MS-DRG. This information must be submitted on each hospital’s Medicare cost report on or after January 1, 2021. Learn More
Articles A Vitalware Case Study: Midland Health Midland Memorial Hospital was established by prominent community leaders with one mission: “To make quality healthcare available to all residents of Midland County, Texas.” Their aim remains the same. To achieve this goal, and continue delivering high-quality care, Midland Health holds all facets of its operation to the highest standard — including revenue integrity. Learn More
Articles Ask a Rev Cycle Expert: Q3014 vs. E/M for Telehealth Visits? My facility is a Rural Health Center (RHC). My providers have been doing a combination of telehealth and face-to-face visits with their patients. Do we need to bill the Q3014 instead of an E/M for our telehealth visits? Learn More