The 2019 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule includes updates to the Quality Payment Program and the Merit-based Incentive Payment System which impact 2019 provider eligibility and MIPS category weights.
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AMGA endorses 14 quality and value reporting metrics
Source: ACDIS

The American Medical Group Association has endorsed 14 metrics as a value and quality measurement set for data reporting in payer contracts.
2019 MPFS proposed rule: QPP proposals eliminate low-priority process measures, promote interoperability
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
The 2019 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) proposed rule includes updates to the Quality Payment Program (QPP) and the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) which impact 2019 provider eligibility and MIPS category weights.
 

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HIPAA Q&A: Doctor’s note for employer, a neighbor's medical records, and more
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
This month's HIPAA Q&A answers reader questions about doctor's notes for employers, checking a neighbor's medical records, retaining records of out-of-state patients, and training temporary nursing staff.  
 

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Q&A: Tips for appealing denied claims
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
Q: What strategies should hospitals follow for deciding whether to appeal denied claims and submitting appeal letters?

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CMS Sepsis Reporting Is Going Public, Are You Ready?

Learn about the CMS timetable for public reporting of sepsis performance measures and how to prepare your facility.
 
 

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