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SCOA Begins Distributing PPE Orders to Members
For the past few weeks, we've been diligently working to secure personal protective equipment (PPE) for our members and some of the orders are now on the way!
We've received shipments of KN95 face masks, gowns, face shields, and goggles and we're in the process of distributing them to our members. Our orders of thermometers, surgical caps, hand sanitizer, and other supplies are expected to arrive soon and we will distribute as quickly as possible.
We are extremely pleased with the support we have received from our members throughout this process. And we greatly appreciate your patience as we secured these supplies. To date we have placed more than $250,000 worth of orders for our members!"
For the past few weeks, we've been diligently working to secure personal protective equipment (PPE) for our members and some of the orders are now on the way!
We've received shipments of KN95 face masks, gowns, face shields, and goggles and we're in the process of distributing them to our members. Our orders of thermometers, surgical caps, hand sanitizer, and other supplies are expected to arrive soon and we will distribute as quickly as possible.
We are extremely pleased with the support we have received from our members throughout this process. And we greatly appreciate your patience as we secured these supplies. To date we have placed more than $250,000 worth of orders for our members!"
Considerations for Resumption of Elective Procedures
As States and communities consider the resumption of elective procedures, there are a number of considerations for medical practices and facilities. The following is a list of some resources that maybe helpful as you address how to safely and efficiently resume performance of elective procedures.
Federal Guidelines on Opening Up America
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service Reopening Facilities to Provide Non-Emergent Healthcare
FDA Webpage on the Availability of Testing
American College of Surgeons Joint Statement on Resuming Elective Procedures
American College of Surgeons Local Resumption of Elective Surgery Guidance
CDC Guidance on Strategies for Optimizing Supply of PPE
As States and communities consider the resumption of elective procedures, there are a number of considerations for medical practices and facilities. The following is a list of some resources that maybe helpful as you address how to safely and efficiently resume performance of elective procedures.
Federal Guidelines on Opening Up America
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service Reopening Facilities to Provide Non-Emergent Healthcare
FDA Webpage on the Availability of Testing
American College of Surgeons Joint Statement on Resuming Elective Procedures
American College of Surgeons Local Resumption of Elective Surgery Guidance
CDC Guidance on Strategies for Optimizing Supply of PPE
Senate OKs $480B More Virus Relief For Small Biz, Hospitals
Content Provided by: Law 360
The nation's political leaders on Tuesday broke a two-week stalemate and reached a nearly half-trillion-dollar deal for an "interim" pandemic relief package that includes another $310 billion in forgivable loans to small businesses, $75 billion for health care and $25 billion to boost testing capacity.
Read the full article here.
Content Provided by: Law 360
The nation's political leaders on Tuesday broke a two-week stalemate and reached a nearly half-trillion-dollar deal for an "interim" pandemic relief package that includes another $310 billion in forgivable loans to small businesses, $75 billion for health care and $25 billion to boost testing capacity.
Read the full article here.
Some hospitals move toward restarting elective surgeries, procedures
The Washington Post (4/20, Sellers, Goldstein, Bernstein) reports, “Some hospitals in communities less affected by coronavirus moved cautiously Monday toward resuming non-emergency surgeries and procedures – a hopeful sign for patients awaiting that care and a medical system badly in need of the revenue those services provide.” Acting on guidance released Sunday night by federal officials, “medical centers with relatively few [COVID-19] patients readied some cancer, heart and other care that has been postponed by a nationwide call to halt such procedures.”
The guidance released by CMS on Sunday evening which is referenced in the article above, can be read here.
The Washington Post (4/20, Sellers, Goldstein, Bernstein) reports, “Some hospitals in communities less affected by coronavirus moved cautiously Monday toward resuming non-emergency surgeries and procedures – a hopeful sign for patients awaiting that care and a medical system badly in need of the revenue those services provide.” Acting on guidance released Sunday night by federal officials, “medical centers with relatively few [COVID-19] patients readied some cancer, heart and other care that has been postponed by a nationwide call to halt such procedures.”
The guidance released by CMS on Sunday evening which is referenced in the article above, can be read here.
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): What Practices and Employers Need to Know
In response to the Center for Disease Control announcing Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) a global pandemic, we partnered with Healthcare Compliance Pros to host a webinar to address key concerns pertaining to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). In this webinar, Eric Christensen discusses Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and what employers need to know. He addresses concerns related to employee education, how to prepare your organization for an infection, and the steps you can take to protect your organization.
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In response to the Center for Disease Control announcing Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) a global pandemic, we partnered with Healthcare Compliance Pros to host a webinar to address key concerns pertaining to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). In this webinar, Eric Christensen discusses Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and what employers need to know. He addresses concerns related to employee education, how to prepare your organization for an infection, and the steps you can take to protect your organization.
- Understanding Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
- Identifying ways to reduce risk exposure
- Establishing internal protocols to handle employees or patients infected with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
- Employee training requirements to manage Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in your practice
- CDC and public health guidance recommendations
- Posting requirements for internal and external awareness
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Telemedicine, Virtual Visits and Digital E/M Services: An Update on Current Capabilities and Emergency Dclarations
For 2020, CPT® and CMS have expanded on the non-face to face services physicians and non-physician practitioners can provide. The recently passed ‘‘Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020” waived certain Medicare requirements for the provision of telemedicine. View the webinar recording and learn what is available as we untangle this web of opportunities.
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Non-Face-to-Face Services Guide
For 2020, CPT® and CMS have expanded on the non-face to face services physicians and non-physician practitioners can provide. The recently passed ‘‘Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020” waived certain Medicare requirements for the provision of telemedicine. View the webinar recording and learn what is available as we untangle this web of opportunities.
- Additional non-face-to-face revenue opportunities
- Prepare yourself for the technological and documentation requirements
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Non-Face-to-Face Services Guide
COVID-19 - H.R. 6201: Families First Coronavirus Response Act-Emergency FMLA and Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act Confirmation
The Management Labor and Employment Law Firm of Allen Norton & Blue would like you to be aware of new legislation that affects private and public sector employers and how this applies to your practice and employees.
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The Management Labor and Employment Law Firm of Allen Norton & Blue would like you to be aware of new legislation that affects private and public sector employers and how this applies to your practice and employees.
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