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ACA's value-based payment modifier still set for 2015

by: Ben Penn Apr 16, 2012

CMS is giving you another glimpse into the continually evolving value-based payment modifier, an Affordable Care Act provision that will alter reimbursement based on the quality and cost of care you provide to patients.

Increased primary care fees lead to overall Medicare savings, study shows

by: Ben Penn Apr 13, 2012

Not only would your revenue flow stand to benefit if the five-year temporary primary care physician fee increase called for in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) became permanent, but so would the overall Medicare program, according to a new study from the Commonwealth Fund.

CMS announces 27 new ACOs; more than half are physician-driven

by: Ben Penn Apr 11, 2012

The first 27 Medicare Shared Savings Program Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) were announced by CMS, just over half of which are led by physician networks or practices.

Breaking News: CMS proposes one-year delay for ICD-10

by: Tina Irgang Apr 9, 2012

CMS today released a proposed rule that would delay implementation of the ICD-10 code set until Oct. 1, 2014. That puts the new compliance date exactly one year from the previous date.

Hospitals buying physician practices, selling selves

by: Scott Kraft Apr 5, 2012

Everything has its place in the food chain. Here's a question to ask before selling your practice to a hospital – will the hospital itself change hands in the near future?

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