Healthcare practices and providers have been implementing electronic health record software at an increasing rate, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services....
Each May, we celebrate National Children’s Mental Health Week to underscore the importance of nurturing positive mental health among our nation’s youth. This year, from May 1st-7th, the awareness week will emphasize the vital importance of building strong emotional health for children’s long-term development and overall wellness....
One strategy to help with the increasing patient responsibility of healthcare costs, is to implement and enforce a strong financial policy....
Throughout this quarter, the Pediatric Success Series will be sharing conversations with industry experts and bringing you the tools you need to optimize your practice schedule and improve your bottom line....
Providing quality pediatric care takes collaboration between parents and primary care physicians. How is effective management of referrals and transitions of care vital to the success of that partnership? ...
Have you been feeling burnt out, frustrated, even angry that what you do daily is suddenly feeling like more of a burden than a joy? If you find yourself in a rut, here's how you keep the passion ignited for what you do, while improving your day-to-day operations. ...
The sharp increase in mental health concerns has brought to light an issue that healthcare providers have been fighting against for years – the stigma that is often associated with mental illness....
In the last year, medical practices have struggled to offer patients care while dealing with the realities of a global pandemic. The effects of telemedicine on pediatric healthcare practitioners have largely gone unreported – until now. ...
Breaking up is hard to do, but that doesn’t mean you should stay! Don’t let the challenges of implementing a data transfer hold you back from switching to a better pediatric EHR system. It might well be a challenging process, but it will be worth it over the long term....
To make sure the pediatric community is informed and empowered with the 2021 code changes, Dr. Sue Kressly, MD, FAAP has created a short video snippet where she speaks to the recent changes announced by the AMA about data review and in-house tests...
Now more than ever, it is critical for revenue cycle leaders and physician practices to determine ways to maximize cash flow....
Quality initiatives are an essential part of becoming recognized as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH). However, quality is essential for all pediatric practices, not just those seeking the PCMH designation....
Telehealth will continue to expand as more and more clinicians embrace its advantages and more patients come to expect their pediatric practice to offer it....
Making self-care a priority is essential when you work in healthcare. Day in and day out, you help others navigate challenges in their own lives – which can take a personal toll on you....
Your practice is feeling the pressures of the April 5th applicability date for Information Blocking Provisions – 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....
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...
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