2021 Webinars
Survive and Thrive with Bundled Payments
Webinar date: August 3, 2021
Sponsored by: Allscripts
Presented by: Stephen D. Lucey, MD, Sports Medicine and Joint Replacement, PLLC; Ricardo A. Salas, CEO of US Orthopedic Alliance (USOA); and Marsha Boyle, Enterprise Sales Executive, Finance and Operations in Value-based Care, Allscripts
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers are shifting the specialist market from fee-for-service to value-based care/bundled models. Orthopedists, particularly smaller and independent groups, will benefit from understanding the business drivers of bundled payments and how they can adapt and succeed moving forward. Join us for an informative webinar about how to survive and thrive with bundled payments.
Topics covered include:
· The current state of the single-specialty world
· Developing a strategy and model
· The need for critical mass
· Operationalizing your approach
View the webinar
Presentation slides
Webinar date: August 3, 2021
Sponsored by: Allscripts
Presented by: Stephen D. Lucey, MD, Sports Medicine and Joint Replacement, PLLC; Ricardo A. Salas, CEO of US Orthopedic Alliance (USOA); and Marsha Boyle, Enterprise Sales Executive, Finance and Operations in Value-based Care, Allscripts
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers are shifting the specialist market from fee-for-service to value-based care/bundled models. Orthopedists, particularly smaller and independent groups, will benefit from understanding the business drivers of bundled payments and how they can adapt and succeed moving forward. Join us for an informative webinar about how to survive and thrive with bundled payments.
Topics covered include:
· The current state of the single-specialty world
· Developing a strategy and model
· The need for critical mass
· Operationalizing your approach
View the webinar
Presentation slides
OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard for the Health Care Industry
Webinar date: July 1, 2021
Presented by: Sarah K. Browning, Counsel, Chilivis, Grubman, Dalbey & Warner, LLP
In June 2021, OSHA announced Emergency Temporary Standards for the Health Care Industry implementing ongoing safety precautions for health care facilities, including medical practices, to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Join Sarah K. Browning as she reviews these new Emergency Standards and provides the information you need to comply with these new regulations that focus on the ongoing screening of patients and additional safety protocols.
View the webinar
Presentation Slides
Webinar date: July 1, 2021
Presented by: Sarah K. Browning, Counsel, Chilivis, Grubman, Dalbey & Warner, LLP
In June 2021, OSHA announced Emergency Temporary Standards for the Health Care Industry implementing ongoing safety precautions for health care facilities, including medical practices, to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Join Sarah K. Browning as she reviews these new Emergency Standards and provides the information you need to comply with these new regulations that focus on the ongoing screening of patients and additional safety protocols.
View the webinar
Presentation Slides
2020 Webinars
Preparing For The Evaluation And Management Office Visit Changes For 2021
Webinar date: December 18. 2020
Presented by: Lynn M. Anderanin, CPC, CPMA,CPPM, CPC-I, COSC, Sr. Coding Educator, Healthcare Information Services, LLC
The documentation guidelines for office and outpatient visits (99202-99215) are changing effective January 1, 2021. The objective of these changes is to reduce the time spent by providers on documenting these visits. This webinar will review the new guidelines and explain what will be needed to meet the documentation requirements whether your providers are using time or medical decision making to determine the level of service to ensure you are compliant.
View the webinar
Documents:
2021 E/M Office or Other Outpatient (99202-99215) Audit Worksheet
Table 2 – CPT E/M Office Revisions Level of Medical Decision Making (MDM)
Presentation Slides
https://medicare.fcso.com/FAQs/197575.asp
Webinar date: December 18. 2020
Presented by: Lynn M. Anderanin, CPC, CPMA,CPPM, CPC-I, COSC, Sr. Coding Educator, Healthcare Information Services, LLC
The documentation guidelines for office and outpatient visits (99202-99215) are changing effective January 1, 2021. The objective of these changes is to reduce the time spent by providers on documenting these visits. This webinar will review the new guidelines and explain what will be needed to meet the documentation requirements whether your providers are using time or medical decision making to determine the level of service to ensure you are compliant.
View the webinar
Documents:
2021 E/M Office or Other Outpatient (99202-99215) Audit Worksheet
Table 2 – CPT E/M Office Revisions Level of Medical Decision Making (MDM)
Presentation Slides
https://medicare.fcso.com/FAQs/197575.asp
Using Thermal Imaging to Increase COVID-19 Compliance & Confidence
Webinar Date: August 6, 2020
Presented by: Key Distribution Partners, LLC
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced businesses, medical practices, and institutions to implement various measures to promote the safety and confidence of their employees, customers, and patients. A key component of these protective measures is monitoring the temperature and adherence to mask wearing policies for any individuals that enter the premises. Enforcement of these procedures however can lead to increased costs and potential exposure of other employees.
Our guest speakers from Key Distribution Partners and CCTV Agent, Inc., explore what technologies are coming to the market to execute and document enforcement of these procedures in a more efficient manner.
During the program, our panel of speakers review low risk, contact free thermal imaging technology that is currently available and discuss how businesses are using this technology to drive adherence and confidence.
View the webinar
Download Slides
Webinar Date: August 6, 2020
Presented by: Key Distribution Partners, LLC
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced businesses, medical practices, and institutions to implement various measures to promote the safety and confidence of their employees, customers, and patients. A key component of these protective measures is monitoring the temperature and adherence to mask wearing policies for any individuals that enter the premises. Enforcement of these procedures however can lead to increased costs and potential exposure of other employees.
Our guest speakers from Key Distribution Partners and CCTV Agent, Inc., explore what technologies are coming to the market to execute and document enforcement of these procedures in a more efficient manner.
During the program, our panel of speakers review low risk, contact free thermal imaging technology that is currently available and discuss how businesses are using this technology to drive adherence and confidence.
View the webinar
Download Slides
Telemedicine, Virtual Visits and Digital E/M Services : CMS Makes Additional Changes to Telehealth, Virtual Services & Telephone Call Based “Visits”
Webinar date: April 3, 2020 Updated webinar based on the changes announced on March 30, 2020.
Presented by: Christopher Acevedo, COO of Acevedo Consulting
At President Trump’s direction, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is issuing an unprecedented array of temporary regulatory waivers and new rules to equip the American healthcare system with maximum flexibility to respond to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Acevedo Consulting will be covering these changes in the following upcoming webinar.
You can find a copy of the full press release here. For additional background information on the waivers and rule changes click here.
For more information on the COVID-19 waivers and guidance, and the Interim Final Rule, please go to the CMS COVID-19 flexibilities webpage.
These actions, and earlier CMS actions in response to COVID-19, are part of the ongoing White House Coronavirus Task Force efforts. To keep up with the important work the Task Force is doing in response to COVID-19, visit www.coronavirus.gov. For a complete and updated list of CMS actions, and other information specific to CMS, please visit the Current Emergencies Website
View the webinar
Documents:
Consent to Virtual Treatment
EM Audit Tool Supplement 2020
Virtual eVisit Telehealth Guide
NonF2F Remote Monitoring Tool 2020
Webinar date: April 3, 2020 Updated webinar based on the changes announced on March 30, 2020.
Presented by: Christopher Acevedo, COO of Acevedo Consulting
At President Trump’s direction, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is issuing an unprecedented array of temporary regulatory waivers and new rules to equip the American healthcare system with maximum flexibility to respond to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Acevedo Consulting will be covering these changes in the following upcoming webinar.
You can find a copy of the full press release here. For additional background information on the waivers and rule changes click here.
For more information on the COVID-19 waivers and guidance, and the Interim Final Rule, please go to the CMS COVID-19 flexibilities webpage.
These actions, and earlier CMS actions in response to COVID-19, are part of the ongoing White House Coronavirus Task Force efforts. To keep up with the important work the Task Force is doing in response to COVID-19, visit www.coronavirus.gov. For a complete and updated list of CMS actions, and other information specific to CMS, please visit the Current Emergencies Website
View the webinar
Documents:
Consent to Virtual Treatment
EM Audit Tool Supplement 2020
Virtual eVisit Telehealth Guide
NonF2F Remote Monitoring Tool 2020
COVID-19 - H.R. 6201: Families First Coronavirus Response Act-Emergency FMLA and Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act Confirmation
Webinar date: March 25, 2020
Presented by: Shannon Kelly and Marc Sugermen , Shareholders of Allen Norton and Blue
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.
View the webinar
Webinar date: March 25, 2020
Presented by: Shannon Kelly and Marc Sugermen , Shareholders of Allen Norton and Blue
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.
View the webinar
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): What Practices and Employers Need to Know
Webinar date: March 24, 2020
Presented by: Healthcare Compliance Pros
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.
Key learning objectives:
We understand how Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is impacting employers world-wide. With many employers looking for ways to adjust their working arrangements to slow the spread of COVID-19, Healthcare Compliance Pros is here to assist. We have created handouts, modules, training programs, and more to help our clients be prepared to handle COVID-19. Contact your compliance specialist 855.427.0427 to discuss adding our COVID-19 course and resources to your existing compliance program.
View the webinar
Webinar date: March 24, 2020
Presented by: Healthcare Compliance Pros
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.
Key learning objectives:
- 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
We understand how Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is impacting employers world-wide. With many employers looking for ways to adjust their working arrangements to slow the spread of COVID-19, Healthcare Compliance Pros is here to assist. We have created handouts, modules, training programs, and more to help our clients be prepared to handle COVID-19. Contact your compliance specialist 855.427.0427 to discuss adding our COVID-19 course and resources to your existing compliance program.
View the webinar
How to Deal with Updated and Changing Spinal Procedure Guidelines
Webinar date: March 12, 2020
Presented by: Margie Scalley Vaught, CPC, COC, CPC-I, CCS-P, MCS-P, ACS-EM, ACS-OR, Auditing, Coding, Documentation and Compliance Consulting Healthcare Consultant.
NCCI has been updated and is changing many of the guidelines related to spinal procedures, some agree with CPT guidelines and others don't.
View the webinar
Webinar date: March 12, 2020
Presented by: Margie Scalley Vaught, CPC, COC, CPC-I, CCS-P, MCS-P, ACS-EM, ACS-OR, Auditing, Coding, Documentation and Compliance Consulting Healthcare Consultant.
NCCI has been updated and is changing many of the guidelines related to spinal procedures, some agree with CPT guidelines and others don't.
- Bundling issues from a CPT, CCI and spinal societies position as well as some payer/carrier policies
- Tips will be provided on documentation issues that can help avoid denials and/or help with appeals if need be
View the webinar
Appropriate Use Criteria for Advanced Imaging
Webinar date: February 13, 2020
Presented by: Christopher Acevedo, Chief Operating Officer for Acevedo Consulting
Before ordering any advanced imaging for a Medicare patient, the provider must consult a clinical support mechanism (DCSM) and report if the test meets "appropriate use criteria", or not. This webinar is intended to provide you with the information you need to be able to order MRIs, CTs, PET and Nuclear Medical Studies for Medicare patients.
View the webinar
Webinar date: February 13, 2020
Presented by: Christopher Acevedo, Chief Operating Officer for Acevedo Consulting
Before ordering any advanced imaging for a Medicare patient, the provider must consult a clinical support mechanism (DCSM) and report if the test meets "appropriate use criteria", or not. This webinar is intended to provide you with the information you need to be able to order MRIs, CTs, PET and Nuclear Medical Studies for Medicare patients.
- Beginning in 2020, an ordering provider of Part B advanced diagnostic imaging must consult AUC through a qualified Clinical Decision Support Mechanism (CDSM).
- The information must be provided to the furnishing professionals and facilities, because they must report AUC consultation information on their Medicare claims.
- After January 1, 2020, participation in the AUC program is mandatory however payments will not be impacted until January 1, 2021.
View the webinar
2019 Webinars
How to Deal With Same & Similar DME Denials and Audits
Webinar date: December 19, 2019
Presented by: Vicki Thomas, Sr. Manager, Reimbursement and Contracting, DJO Healthcare Solutions; Justin Humphrey, Sr. Director, DJO Healthcare Solutions; BJ Maack, ATC, CSCS, Area Director, Southeast, DJO Healthcare Solutions
You are invited to participate in our next distance learning opportunity as we address the increasing impact of Same & Similar DME Denials and Audits. Over the past several months our organization has learned of more practices being negatively impacted by this issue. We are pleased to partner with DJO to present an update on this issue and steps you can take to address these challenging policies from Medicare.
View the webinar
Webinar date: December 19, 2019
Presented by: Vicki Thomas, Sr. Manager, Reimbursement and Contracting, DJO Healthcare Solutions; Justin Humphrey, Sr. Director, DJO Healthcare Solutions; BJ Maack, ATC, CSCS, Area Director, Southeast, DJO Healthcare Solutions
You are invited to participate in our next distance learning opportunity as we address the increasing impact of Same & Similar DME Denials and Audits. Over the past several months our organization has learned of more practices being negatively impacted by this issue. We are pleased to partner with DJO to present an update on this issue and steps you can take to address these challenging policies from Medicare.
View the webinar
2018 Webinars
Practice Risk 301: Cyber Risk Review and Sexual Harassment and Regulatory Defense
Webinar date: December 4, 2018
Presented by: Danna-Gracey info@dannagracey.com • www.dannagracey.com • 800.966.2120
With the #MeToo movement you already have an idea as to the magnitude of the problem faced in the workplace: sexual harassment, bullying & assault. From Hollywood to Healthcare, this happens in every industry. In addition you will learn more than you probably want to know about the rainbow of ways the regulators can make your practice vanish if you don’t pay attention to compliance details or fail to purchase comprehensive insurance coverage. View this ever-important conclusion to our series on How Cyber Risks, Sexual Harassment Claims and the Regulators Can Wreak Havoc on Your Practice.
View the webinar
Webinar date: December 4, 2018
Presented by: Danna-Gracey info@dannagracey.com • www.dannagracey.com • 800.966.2120
With the #MeToo movement you already have an idea as to the magnitude of the problem faced in the workplace: sexual harassment, bullying & assault. From Hollywood to Healthcare, this happens in every industry. In addition you will learn more than you probably want to know about the rainbow of ways the regulators can make your practice vanish if you don’t pay attention to compliance details or fail to purchase comprehensive insurance coverage. View this ever-important conclusion to our series on How Cyber Risks, Sexual Harassment Claims and the Regulators Can Wreak Havoc on Your Practice.
View the webinar
Cyber Risk 201: Prevention and Solutions for Cyber Risks
Webinar date: November 28, 2018
Presented by: Danna-Gracey info@dannagracey.com • www.dannagracey.com • 800.966.2120
So you’ve been breached! Now what? As the old saying goes: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This is especially true with Cyber Risk. Learn about some easily implemented proactive prevention measures as well as cyber and privacy insurance policies that are very innovative and comprehensive. Not only does the coverage handle your practices’ liability for a data breach in which personal information, such as health records, Social Security, or credit card numbers are exposed or stolen, but it also provides a comprehensive suite of tools designed to keep your practice one step ahead of cyber threats.
View the webinar
Webinar date: November 28, 2018
Presented by: Danna-Gracey info@dannagracey.com • www.dannagracey.com • 800.966.2120
So you’ve been breached! Now what? As the old saying goes: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This is especially true with Cyber Risk. Learn about some easily implemented proactive prevention measures as well as cyber and privacy insurance policies that are very innovative and comprehensive. Not only does the coverage handle your practices’ liability for a data breach in which personal information, such as health records, Social Security, or credit card numbers are exposed or stolen, but it also provides a comprehensive suite of tools designed to keep your practice one step ahead of cyber threats.
View the webinar
Cyber Risk 101: Risks and Consequences of Cyber Attacks on Your Practice
Webinar date: November 14, 2018
Presented by: Danna-Gracey info@dannagracey.com • www.dannagracey.com • 800.966.2120
If you think your practice is safe from the ever-growing threats by having your data sitting safely in “The Cloud” you could not be farther from the truth. Every time you are at your computer you could be inadvertently putting your practice at risk of a cyber breach. This is our new reality. Join us for an in-depth discussion about the everyday threats faced in your medical practice, as well as some actual cases that will hit really close to home.
View the webinar
Webinar date: November 14, 2018
Presented by: Danna-Gracey info@dannagracey.com • www.dannagracey.com • 800.966.2120
If you think your practice is safe from the ever-growing threats by having your data sitting safely in “The Cloud” you could not be farther from the truth. Every time you are at your computer you could be inadvertently putting your practice at risk of a cyber breach. This is our new reality. Join us for an in-depth discussion about the everyday threats faced in your medical practice, as well as some actual cases that will hit really close to home.
View the webinar
Overview of the VA Mission Act
Webinar date: February 27, 2018
Presented by: Jordan Vivian, Manager of Government Relations from the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons
The VA Mission Act makes a number of changes to the treatment options and reimbursement process for Veterans seeking care outside of the VA system. Many of our members render care to Veterans through the VA Choice Program and will be interested in the reforms enacted in the new law. Our speaker was Jordan Vivian, Manager of Government Relations from the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons, who provided an overview of the legislation and what it may mean for orthopaedic practices treating Veterans.
View the webinar
Webinar date: February 27, 2018
Presented by: Jordan Vivian, Manager of Government Relations from the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons
The VA Mission Act makes a number of changes to the treatment options and reimbursement process for Veterans seeking care outside of the VA system. Many of our members render care to Veterans through the VA Choice Program and will be interested in the reforms enacted in the new law. Our speaker was Jordan Vivian, Manager of Government Relations from the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons, who provided an overview of the legislation and what it may mean for orthopaedic practices treating Veterans.
View the webinar
BPCI Advanced: The Framework and Opportunities for Physicians
Webinar date: February 13, 2018
Presented by: Signature Care Management
Bundled Payments for Care Improvement (BPCI) Advanced is a new Medicare program that aims to improve quality outcomes while reducing cost. Physician group practices are eligible to participate with several orthopedic clinical episode options, including major joint replacement of the lower extremity, major joint replacement of the upper extremity, and spinal episodes.
Webinar Agenda:
• Bundled payment overview
• Eligible participants
• Target Price
• Risk sharing and cost savings
• CMS program precedence issues
• Clinical episodes
• Quality Metrics
View the webinar
Webinar date: February 13, 2018
Presented by: Signature Care Management
Bundled Payments for Care Improvement (BPCI) Advanced is a new Medicare program that aims to improve quality outcomes while reducing cost. Physician group practices are eligible to participate with several orthopedic clinical episode options, including major joint replacement of the lower extremity, major joint replacement of the upper extremity, and spinal episodes.
Webinar Agenda:
• Bundled payment overview
• Eligible participants
• Target Price
• Risk sharing and cost savings
• CMS program precedence issues
• Clinical episodes
• Quality Metrics
View the webinar
