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HHS awards $15 million to support telehealth during COVID-19
Source: ACDIS
The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced in a press release that through the Health Resources and Services Administration, it has awarded $15 million to 159 organizations across five health workforce programs to increase telehealth capabilities.
Providers push to extend telehealth policies and waivers beyond COVID-19
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
The American College of Physicians recently wrote a letter to CMS Administrator Seema Verma recommending that several telehealth flexibilities remain in effect for a period after the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) public health emergency is lifted.
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Password protection: Guarding against surge in attacks amid COVID-19
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
As soon as the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) entered the United States, reports began to surface detailing an increased rate of cyberattacks against healthcare entities. That trend is unlikely to change anytime soon.
 

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Q&A: Submitting prior authorization requests to Medicare
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
Q: What services will require prior authorization from Medicare starting July 1 and how do we submit prior authorizations to Medicare?

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