13 Mar Mental Health Awareness: COVID and Its Impact on Teens
It’s hard to believe it’s been just over a year since the first COVID-19 cases were discovered in the United States. It’s easy to feel like...
It’s hard to believe it’s been just over a year since the first COVID-19 cases were discovered in the United States. It’s easy to feel like...
Download a sample pediatric policy on information sharing and watch a recording of our recent webinar presented by Dr. Sue Kressly, MD, FAAP....
Whether you’re seeing patients in person, via telehealth, or with a combination of both, technology is quickly becoming a necessary element to your pediatric practice’s success. ...
Think you know how to code your encounter visits in 2021? Try this interactive presentation and find out now....
What happens when a practice decides to work with an electronic health record they’ve never used before? As you can imagine, the lift is neither a simple or easy one, and it takes special people with unique skills to help that along....
While we’ve started to see more people going back to the doctor’s office, we need to ensure that patients who have health needs requiring follow-up, and patients who are due or behind on their Well Visits, are receiving the care they need is important. This is also vital to having...
To make sure the pediatric community is informed and empowered with the 2021 code changes, Dr. Sue Kressly, MD, FAAP (Medical Director at OP) has created a short video snippet where she speaks to the Independent Historian and shows how Office Practicum assists practices with this.[vc_empty_space][vc_video link="https://youtu.be/PpHsj979JRc" el_width="80" align="center"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Want to...
As of April 5, 2021, health care providers, health IT vendors, and health information exchanges may not engage in information blocking. To ensure your practice is prepared for the 21st Century Cures Act, download this checklist to understand what you should be doing now and in the months to come. ...
The 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as the ACA, greatly expanded both access and affordability for healthcare. Mental health was also addressed, under a portion of the ACA known as the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA). This law is designed to ensure that...
When we think about information — and specifically, about patient information — one of the first things to come to mind is the problem of taking it with you. Of course, the days of the bulky paper chart that has to be scanned in (or worse, photocopied) and provided to...
To make sure the pediatric community is informed and empowered with the 2021 code changes, Dr. Sue Kressly, MD, FAAP (Medical Director at OP) has created a short video snippet where she speaks to problem status and shows how Office Practicum assists practices with this.[vc_empty_space][vc_video link="https://youtu.be/hxWf1QrGKmI" el_width="80" align="center"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Want to see...
A few years ago, I signed up to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro. I wasn’t exactly sure that I could do it. I am far from old, but I remember my daughter patting me on my hand and saying, "It's so sweet that you think you can do something like that." The...
While pediatric practices may have some extra down time, it's the perfect time to pause and remember the financial health of your practice starts with having an appropriate fee schedule. While contractually the payers determine how much they are going to pay you for each service you provide, it starts...
Are you confident your practice will be in compliance with the 21st Century Cures Act that goes into effect in April? Watch the recording of our latest educational webinar, 21st Century Cures Act: What Pediatricians Need To Know. OP’s Medical Director Dr. Sue Kressly, MD, FAAP reviews: What the 21st Century...
Is your practice prepared for what’s to come in 2021? After polling thousands of independent pediatric professionals to find out what’s on their radar for 2021, we knew we had to create resources to support you and your team. See the results from a recent survey conducted by Office Practicum, the sponsor...
COVID-19 is the gift that keeps on giving -- quarantines, social distancing, shuttering at home. It’s taking a toll on our families, communities, and practices. Although this isn’t ideal by any stretch of the imagination, the good news is there are some things you can do to increase payments in the...
Many of you are feeling the effects of all the unexpected changes that have occurred in 2020. Pediatric practices cannot do business as usual - and expect to thrive - while waiting for the pandemic to end. To continue to run a successful pediatric practice and remain independent, you have...
Check out a recording of the recent webinar - Pediatric Telemedicine Workflows: Practice Managers' Perspectives - hosted by Anytime Pediatrics and Allied Physicians Group. Topics Include: Payment and billing for telehealth Scheduling strategies Appointment reminders Front-desk involvement in managing telehealth visits A roundtable discussion led by Angie Connors, featuring: Leslie Baker of Allied Physicians Group | Adjuvant MaryLou...
76% of consumers stated that they would like access to care via telehealth. Your pediatric practice can keep kids connected to your trusted care this holiday season and avoid a trip to the ER or Urgent Care. Learn how in this 2-minute Pro Tip from Angie Connors, Co-founder of Anytime Pediatrics...
Your practice is feeling the impacts from the 2021 Office Visit E/M Coding & Documentation changes - and you have a ton of questions. Or maybe you want to know if something is a good idea or a big mistake. Relax. We’ve got you covered. With all the questions we received...
As 2020 nears its end, the COVID-19 pandemic is still affecting communities across the country. Now that cold and flu season is here, too, children are experiencing a variety of respiratory symptoms and acute illnesses. In many areas, though, parents are feeling abandoned by their pediatricians because they are being...
As a pediatrician, your primary goal is to deliver the best possible healthcare to your patients. Just as it's important for your patients to have regular check-ups as part of their wellness, it's also critical to regularly evaluate your pediatric office's financial health. But how? There are some key analytics that...
Find out if your practice is ready for the 2021 Office Visit E/M Coding & Documentation changes. Watch a recording of a live, interactive event where Dr. Sue Kressly, MD, FAAP presents several case-based scenarios. After each case, you're given the opportunity to test your coding skills. Get a better understanding of...
Patient information has always felt like it’s clinically ours, but there’s a fine line between sharing and protecting, as well as maintaining privacy. Fortunately, the 21st Century Cures Act seeks to...
In this video, Dr. Sue Kressly, MD, FAAP takes a deeper dive into Time-based coding. This presentation includes: Brief Review of 2021 ChangesOverview of the Time Definitions included in E/M Office Visit CPT codesDescriptions of what counts vs what doesn’t countExploring note documentation to support timeDiscussion around the use of “prolonged...
To help you better prepare for the 2021 Office Visit E/M Coding Changes, let's take a closer look at Medical Decision Making (MDM). In this video, Dr. Sue Kressly, MD, FAAP includes: Review of 2021 Changes Overview of the MDM and Office Visit CPT codes A closer look at the 3...
Interested in maximizing your patients' virtual behavioral health televisits? Watch a recorded webinar presented by Anytime Pediatrics and CHADIS to learn about Autism, ADHD, and Telemedicine. This presentation covers: How virtual behavioral health visits create efficiency in your practice The importance of using online questionnaires for virtual behavioral health care Tips for conducting different...
Medication adherence is a significant problem, made worse by COVID, which has limited patients’ access to medications. DrFirst’s RxNotifications solution is proven to help providers increase adherence and extend communications beyond the encounter, driving better outcomes that increase reimbursement potential and improve patient health. Reaching Beyond the Exam Room to Drive Patient...
A whirlwind of events over the past few months has added daily stressors to our lives, making it harder to cope, let alone thrive. A healthy approach to nutrition helps us manage external stressors and calibrate our mental health. A well-nourished brain allows us to cope with stress gracefully. It’s essential...
Is your pediatric practice prepared for the next 4-5 months of COVID and flu patients? An integrated pediatric telemedicine solution is one tool that would ensure that you are. Check out the on-demand webinar "COVID Surge & Beyond: Integrating Telemedicine to Provide Appropriate Care" where Dr. Sue Kressly, MD, FAAP...
On this podcast, Dr. Sue Kressly, MD, FAAP breaks down how Medical Decision Making (MDM) can help with the upcoming 2021 Office Visit E&M Coding changes. ...
How prepared do you and your practice feel about handling the (fast approaching) E&M coding & documentation changes? This November to-do list should help instill more confidence. November 2020 Review the following resources with all your providers. Make sure they have a firm understanding of the changes. Heads Up: Coding Changes...
We have received many questions, and there is much uncertainty in the Health IT industry, regarding the impact of the Information Blocking section of the 21st Century Cures Act. While there are many details that remain unknown, this communication is intended to lay the foundation for continued education and information...
There is now Round 3 of the CARES Act funding available for pediatricians, including those who do not take Medicaid or CHIP. There is the opportunity for additional monies for practices whose 2020 receipts are not at least 98% of the revenue they made in 2019. On Monday, October 5, 2020,...
Everybody needs education, and that may be doubly true when it comes to your EHR. To put it simply: education is power. Power to do your job more effectively. Power to contribute and make decisions. Power to be able to use the software competently — and by doing so, to...
Beginning January 1, 2021, there will be significant CPT coding and documentation changes for evaluation and management (E/M) services. To avoid negative impacts on your coding, documentation, and cash flow - it’s crucial you start preparing for these changes. For that reason, the Pediatric Success Series has decided to focus...
All of 2020 has been full of unexpected challenges. Now, as we move through fall and head into winter, flu season is colliding with COVID-19, so we have to be ready to balance illness spread and practice needs. While many of us in pediatrics like data and checklists that allow us...
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as the ACA, was enacted a decade ago. It has expanded access to healthcare, and made it more affordable for tens of millions of United States citizens. The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) is a part of the...
Operating a pediatric practice that runs on time has always been important. During the current global pandemic, however, staying on schedule is even more essential because it affects efficiency and safety. Many practices have eliminated waiting rooms, opted for curbside check-in, and converted some appointments to telehealth. In addition, a recent...
If you haven’t yet, there’s still time to register for the first-ever virtual AAP National Conference, which will be taking place October 2-5. The 2020 AAP Virtual National Conference program includes over 150 on-demand sessions and more than 35 live sessions taught by world-class faculty. In addition, they’ll be offering a...
It seems 2020 might go down as the year of the pivot — one with so many changes, all of which have impacted the way we practice pediatrics. While we don’t know exactly what 2021 will bring, we do know more changes are coming. Beginning January 1, 2021, there will be...
Have you ever thought to yourself, “Wouldn’t it be cool if parents could self-schedule appointments?” If you’re part of a busy practice, you know how much time a simple feature like this could save. How about the frantic parent who calls the office one minute after opening because they lost the...
So far, 2020 has dished out plenty of unexpected trials. But for pediatricians, challenges bring opportunities, which often lead to innovation. While COVID-19 continues to put up hurdles, we keep providing high-quality pediatric care for our patients. As fall draws near and flu season quickly approaches, we know that the standard...
As a pediatric practice administrator, physician, or staff member, you know the importance of time. When serving children and their families, every minute is valuable. That’s why any process that feels slow or inefficient can cost you. The Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) allows you to track patient data before prescribing...
Women in Pediatrics is on a mission to help female pediatricians discover their higher self at its first-ever virtual conference. “Mission: Reveal Your Inner CEO” takes place October 9-10 and welcomes attendees, speakers, and sponsors to come together for the common goal of enhancing the lives of female pediatricians. Not just...
As the leader of a pediatric practice, you know that being successful involves more than providing excellent medical care. Of course, patient care is your top priority, but managing day-to-day operations takes knowledge, organization, and the right people. How do you make the best use of your team's skills and talents?...
I’m sure by now, you’ve probably seen how COVID-19 has uprooted the lives and norms of teenagers everywhere. But not until recently, most research focused on how adults and younger children are coping. A recent survey conducted in May, by the National 4-H Council, is shedding light on the effects...
Every flu season brings a new list of manufacturers and NDC codes. But, not to worry - the Pediatric Success Series is here to help! As a reminder, the current influenza VIS (dated 8/15/2019) is still valid for the 2020-2021 season and will remain valid throughout the season unless significant changes...
When Dr. Vera Frumin started Meadowbrook Pediatrics, she had one core value in mind – to keep kids healthy. For over 26 years, the practice has done just that by constantly improving policies and workflows to deliver high-quality care. After Meadowbrook’s paper vaccine management no longer met the demands of...
What if you could hear about the most important innovations in pediatrics, directly from the people who are behind them? Well, now you can. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has officially launched Pediatrics On Call - a podcast on children’s health. Each week, Co-hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie,...
COVID-19 has dramatically changed the healthcare landscape in ways we never imagined. One of the most visible and significant changes has been the shift from in-person office appointments to virtual visits — and if patients have any say in the matter, it’s a change that’s here to stay. In fact, virtual...
If you have not applied for funds from the HHS as a part of the CARES Act for pediatricians, there's still time. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has extended the application deadline for the CARES Act Provider Relief Fund - to Friday, August 28. Looking for assistance when navigating...
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