A Win for Healthcare Nationwide: CMS Adopts 2024 Rule Changes
In early 2023, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed several significant rule changes to be implemented in 2024. In April of this year, the CMS adopted 21 of 22 proposed amendments, 17 of which being adopted as written. These newly accepted changes embrace the shifting industry focus towards confronting underlying Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) and associated care costs to best address population health on a more holistic level. While industry perception around such drastic change may lean negative, the adopted rule changes will in fact have positive, far-reaching implications for healthcare providers of all sizes across…
Want to Become a Medical Coder? Insider Tips to Obtaining a Medical Coding Job
Job searching is a similar process across the board. You need to update your resume, prepare for interviews, and evaluate your skills. Although the hiring process can follow the same structure, key differences depend on the role you’re searching for. These differences can range from the qualifications you need to how you begin looking for a certain position. Medical Coding is one job with a specific plan of action you need to take to find the right one. Even though developing a plan can feel overwhelming, we’ve broken it down here with this detailed guide on how to obtain a…
Revenue Cycle Management Trends to Watch
Through 2023, Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) leaders have searched for ways to stay ahead of the curve and ensure profit. The regulatory environment has been challenging to navigate for several months now and has caused managers to shift priorities at the drop of a hat. To make things easier, we’ve laid out some common trends to look out for in the coming months. 1. Automation of Revenue Cycle Management Processes One trend that is sweeping the industry is the automation of processes. In efforts to minimize error and increase efficiency, automation has taken the revenue cycle by storm. Between Robotic…
