President Biden plans to address the mental health and addiction crisis, both of which have worsened since the start of the pandemic. He intends to allocate funding between substance abuse and mental health services. Continue reading below to learn more. President...
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Behavioral Health – Interactive Complexity Guidelines
Defining Interactive Complexity +90785: Interactive Complexity (+90785) is an add-on code used for office visits with a psychologist or other mental health professional that are complicated by factors such as language, behavior, emotions, mandated reporting...
As Congress Breaks, Doctors Must Take Up Message on Medicare Pay
Medicare physician payment cuts are set to take effect on January 1, 2023. Continue reading to learn why many physicians are reaching out to their legislators to prevent these cuts. As members of Congress head home for their August recess, the AMA is urging physicians...
Anthem To Rebrand As Elevance Health
Anthem is changing its name to better reflect its purpose in the healthcare business. The new name, Elevance Health, represents the insurance company's evolution into a lifetime trusted health partner for the millions of people they serve. Continue reading to learn...
Anthem and UnitedHealthcare Falling Billions Behind in Payments
Anthem and UnitedHealthcare are among the major insurers lagging billions of dollars in payments to hospitals and doctors. New reimbursement rules, computer problems, and mishandled claims have led to these delays. Continue reading below to learn more! Anthem Blue...
AMGA Opposes Proposed Medicare Advantage Coding Changes
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has introduced new medical coding changes for Medicare, raising concerns among healthcare providers about the potential negative impact on patient care quality. To learn more about these proposed coding changes,...
American Medical Association Unveils ‘Recovery Plan’ for Physicians
Due to the challenges physicians have faced in recent years, many are experiencing burnout and exhaustion. To address this, the American Medical Association (AMA) has developed a plan aimed at boosting morale. Continue reading to learn more about these developments....
Case Studies
EMPOWER GROWS PROVIDER NETWORK AFTER PARTNERING WITH WHPWelter Healthcare Partners recently collaborated with Empower Healthcare Solutions of Arkansas, an organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental...
American Academy of Dermatology’s Guide to Sunscreen
Summer is here, and many people are spending more time outside, swimming, and taking vacations. It is crucial to wear sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun. Read below for more information from the American Academy of Dermatology about the importance of...
Amazon Is Already Reshaping Health Care
Amazon In The Healthcare Space The mere threat of Amazon.com Inc. entering the health care market has already started transforming U.S. health care, and not necessarily for the better. This looming presence has accelerated consolidation, leading to potential consumer...
AMA Urges Congress to Update Medicare Physician Payment System
The American Medical Association (AMA) recently sent a letter to congressional leaders advocating for updates to the Medicare Physician Payment System. Following a Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) report, the AMA has urged Congress to implement a stable...
AMA, CMS, and Manatt Health Release Study on Colorado’s Efforts to Combat the Opioid Epidemic
Colorado Opioid Epidemic A spotlight analysis by the American Medical Association (AMA), Colorado Medical Society (CMS), and Manatt Health reveals significant progress in Colorado’s efforts to address the opioid epidemic. The report highlights reforms that have been...