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Research on hospital-at-home care since the pandemic has returned favorable results. Our Recovery Care at Home model mirrors those successful outcomes, and our experience in the industry is helping to inform conversations on best practices going forward. Read about the path to a permanent reimbursement model here: https://hubs.li/Q02yk6zf0

"I think we really need our cardiologist community to understand the changes that are happening with value-based payment. By 2030, every dollar that Medicare pays is going to be tied to a value-based payment model, which is really going to transform how care is delivered, and also potentially really change our reimbursement," – Alex Sandhu, MD, MS MIPS is a very common entry into value-based care (VBC) - check out this quick read on transitioning your practice to VBC. https://okt.to/Xq4Ozg

Special thanks to Chairman Senator Ron Wyden and Ranking Member Senator Mike Crapo for coordinating today's United States Senate Committee on Finance hearing on improving chronic care and physician payment. In opening remarks, Sen. Wyden noted that #Medicare today is overall about chronic conditions and discussed the importance of proper coordination between #primarycare and specialists; Sen. Crapo highlighted the unsustainability of the physician fee schedule and the importance of encouraging broader participation in advanced alternative payment models (APMs). NAACOS Board Member Melanie Matthews testified, talking about the key policy levers to accelerate health care transformation, which include: 1️⃣ Creating clear and strong incentives for participation in #accountablecare by extending advanced APM incentive payments, 2️⃣ Strengthening the data infrastructure to facilitate information sharing, and 3️⃣ Simplifying and supporting provider participation in APMs. Watch the full hearing here: https://lnkd.in/edMqkQBZ PSW MultiCare Connected Care Conor Sheehey Marisa Salemme

Recent regulatory changes provide hospitals a unique opportunity to reassess their reimbursement practices and strategy, showing the value of completing three reporting types in tandem rather than one at a time. By understanding how reimbursement programs like Medicare DSH, Worksheet S-10 Uncompensated Care, and Medicare bad debts are related, hospitals can save time, alleviate strain on their IT departments, free up staff to focus on high-priority work, and potentially improve their financial health. Learn more in this Moss Adams article by Heather Keser, Jonathan Mason, Jesse Vo and Josh Stewart.

🚀 Medicare Part B Premiums: A Timeline of Change 🚀 1966: Introduction at a low cost 1980s-1990s: Significant increases due to policy changes 2007: Introduction of income-related premiums Recent Trends: Fluctuations and updates Discover the fascinating evolution of Medicare Part B premiums and what it means for beneficiaries today. Stay ahead with insights from our latest blog. Perfect for professionals in healthcare and financial planning. Explore Now: https://lnkd.in/djdq8Ebp #Medicare #HealthcareFinance #PolicyUpdate"

In Europe, current #selfcare practices save EUR 23.3B a year in medical services and products. 86% of people believe #OTC helps lower their personal healthcare costs too and accessibility is a big part of that. Dive into our infographic to find out more: https://t.ly/9rh6F

A new report by Leavitt Partners, an HMA Company, outlines the concept of site-neutral payment reforms being considered as a potential program improvement, and proposes a compromise approach to implementing site-neutral payments that benefits beneficiaries, hospitals, and the Medicare program. Read the full report: https://bit.ly/3PvAmma

Don't be left out! The Medicare Senior Summit will be a full 3 days of Keynote Speakers, CE Classes, Panel Discussions, exhibits and lots more! Get first hand information for the 2025 new rules about Medicare. Click this link to register: https://lnkd.in/gZ_fUHU3 #seniorsummit #Medicare2024 #medicareadvantage #Medicare #medicareinsurance #insuranceagency #insuranceagents #insurancebroker #MedicareSupplementPlans #medicareagents

Don't be left out! The Medicare Senior Summit will be a full 3 days of Keynote Speakers, CE Classes, Panel Discussions, exhibits and lots more! Get first hand information for the 2025 new rules about Medicare. Click this link to register: https://lnkd.in/gZ_fUHU3 #seniorsummit #Medicare2024 #medicareadvantage #Medicare #medicareinsurance #insuranceagency #insuranceagents #insurancebroker #MedicareSupplementPlans #medicareagents

Explore the differences between Original Medicare with Medigap and Medicare Advantage to choose the best plan for your specific health and financial needs. For personalized guidance and expert advice, visit ExactMedicare at https://lnkd.in/ga3Ps-JN. #MedicareExplained #MedigapvsMedicareAdvantage #MedicarePlanning #HealthcareOptions #SeniorHealthcare #MedicareSupplement #HealthcareChoices #MedicareHelp #MedicareExperts #MedicareAdvisor