CFO charged with meaningful use fraud
It was just a matter of time before the CMS EHR Incentive audit process uncovered alleged actions so severe that there was nothing left to do but issue Federal criminal …
How tech is transforming health care
New Kaiser Permanente book reveals how to transform health care tech, leadership and education. Technology continues to dramatically propel us into a new era of care delivery. Innovations such as …
Upcoming CMS Education Initiatives
The next year is one filled with changes for Medicare providers. Understanding those changes now can help make implementation a easier experience. For information on earning continuing education credit for …
EHR Meaningful Use Success Rate Reaches Nearly 50%
The Medicare and Medicaid EHR Incentive Programs provide incentive payments to eligible professionals, hospitals and critical access hospitals (CAHs) as they adpot, implement, upgrade or demonstrate “meaningful use” of certified …
Sequestration Cuts Extend Beyond Medicare Fee-for-Service Payments
By now, most physicians are likely aware of the 2 percent across-the-board reduction in Medicare physician reimbursement for all claims with dates of service on or after April 1. These …
Sequestration May Impact EHR Incentive Payments
Just as the rest of the nation is beginning to feel the impact of sequestration, eligible professionals and eligible hospitals may feel the pinch soon. According to the Office of …