Some clinicians may think that because they are participants in a bundled services model they will be automatically exempted from merit-based incentive payment system (MIPS) requirements. However, for most clinicians, that will not be the case, CMS states in the proposed MIPS rule released April 27.

Check out this round-up of important pieces of the merit-based incentive payment system (MIPS) proposed rule released April 27.

Involved in a bundled payment program? See if it qualifies as an APM.

The new proposed rule on merit-based incentive payment system (MIPS) reporting suggests that the old physician quality reporting system (PQRS) loophole of reporting “action not performed” with modifier 8P will no longer fly — even though data shows many providers have gotten used to it.

Treating patient lists as a “trade secret” that doctors can’t take with them when they leave may lead to legal challenges and expensive settlements; instead try crafting contract language that gives departing providers, your practice and your patients what they need.

Many providers have trouble initiating and engaging in advance care planning (ACP) discussions with their patients — and sometimes vice versa. But simple techniques and guidelines can help both parties buy in for improved care and increased practice revenue.

The proliferation of high-deductible health plans is having a ripple effect throughout the industry and forcing many medical practices to change the way they do business. And some of those changes are affecting the way physicians discuss treatment options with their patients.