Tag: Chronic Disease Management

DSMT and MNT

 DSMT and MNT: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthcare Providers

As diabetes prevalence increases, the importance of diabetes self-management training (DSMT) and medical nutrition therapy (MNT) becomes undeniable. To empower patients, optimize health outcomes, and ensure sustainable access, healthcare systems must integrate DSMT and MNT into diabetes care protocols. This article highlights the critical role of registered dietitians (RDs) and nutrition professionals in providing these […]
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Future of Medicare telehealth

Future of Medicare Telehealth is Bright and Innovative

Medicare, the federal health insurance program for people aged 65 and older, has been at the forefront of healthcare innovation. In recent years, telehealth has emerged as a powerful tool, transforming the way healthcare services are delivered. As technology continues to advance, the future of Medicare telehealth looks increasingly promising. Telehealth: A Brief Overview Telehealth, […]
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Billing Codes

Telehealth vs In-Person Visits: How Often Virtual Service Billed at Lower Code

According to research, telehealth visits, both in primary and specialty care, tend to be coded more frequently with lower level-of-service billing codes. Despite the option to receive higher facility rates for telehealth services for another year, providers often bill these virtual visits using lower level-of-service codes. This pattern holds true for both primary and specialty […]
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Medicare-reimbursement

CMS Finalizes 2020 Medicare Reimbursement Rates for Kidney Care

The final rule for the CY 2020 End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Prospective Payment System will boost Medicare reimbursement to encourage dialysis innovation. CMS last Thursday finalized a rule that will bump the bundled Medicare reimbursement rate for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) providers by $4.06 in 2020 and create a transitional add-on payment adjustment for certain new dialysis […]
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