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Telehealth helped chronically ill during pandemic but their access to care worsened: CDC

Many chronically ill sought telehealth care during the pandemic, even as they reported worse care access, according to a CDC survey.

Rich Daly August 27, 2020

2020 is challenging us to re-imagine integrated healthcare

The recovery plan healthcare organizations use to address the impact of COVID-19 and other factors that have damaged the financial foundations of healthcare delivery are likely to involve increased integration.

Keith D. Moore, MCP August 20, 2020

Proposed CY 2021 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule changes: Analysis of impact on telehealth flexibilities and E/M coding

HFMA's Katie Gilfillan says the E/M coding changes taking place January 1, 2021, will have significant impacts not only to primary care physicians but also will have significant impact on specialist’s reimbursement.

Katie Gilfillan August 20, 2020

Employers pivot from value-based payment to virtual care amid the pandemic

Employer-sponsored health plans are pausing value-pay expansions in favor of adding virtual care options in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a business group survey..

Rich Daly August 19, 2020

New data analytics hold the key to promoting consumerism in healthcare

Panelists at HFMA’s Digital Annual Conference in August explored how recent advances in data analytics are helping to improve the patient experience of care and advance consumerism in healthcare.

Eric C. Reese, PhD August 13, 2020

Fewer cancer diagnoses in first weeks of the pandemic imply increased spending on cancer treatment in the future

HFMA's Chad Mulvany says good actuarial support is more important than ever for providers considering entering into risk-based models in response to the pandemic.

Chad Mulvany, FHFMA August 11, 2020

Trump orders new rural payment model, permanent expansion of telehealth

President Trump ordered HHS to develop a new payment model for rural healthcare providers and to use its regulatory authority to make telehealth expansion permanent.

Rich Daly August 5, 2020

8 security tips for remote revenue cycle staff

Healthcare organizations can help their remote revenue cycle staff from falling prey to hackers and secure patient health information by following advice from security and privacy experts.

Lisa A. Eramo, MA August 4, 2020

Create more accurate cost reports faster with Easy Work Papers by BESLER

A healthcare technology company talks about how its Easy Work Papers solution improves cost report accuracy and consistency, helping hospitals receive optimal revenue while maintaining compliance.

HFMA July 31, 2020

Rethinking patient payments and providing a consumer-friendly experience

An innovative healthcare technology company talks about how its technology-fueled billing and payment platform enables a compassionate patient financial experience while efficiently driving revenue into a healthcare organization.

HFMA July 31, 2020
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