ASC Coding, Billing & Collections

There isn't a single payer contracting approach that will spell success for ambulatory surgery centers this year. Instead, a multi-faceted strategy considering local and regional market dynamics, coupled with preparations for continued healthcare reform implementation, will be the best way…

North Carolina Commissioner Wayne Goodwin said the Affordable Care Act may compel payers to leave the state, according to BlueRidgeNow.com.

Oregon's Health Evidence Review Commission will consider updating the guidelines of Medicaid bariatric surgery qualification, according to The Bulletin.

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield is encouraging its members to use telehealth services, according to The Weekly Standard.

A Gall-up Healthways survey found Arkansas and Kentucky lead the nation in the largest reduction in the number of residents lacking health insurance, according to abc 6 news.

Medicare's stated goal of transitioning half of payments to value-based care models by 2018 is well on its way, according to a report from The Hill, driven by quality reporting and transparency at the national level.

Healthcare is a basic need for all people, but its cost often makes it into a luxury millions can ill afford. Efforts to contain costs while promoting quality of care are going forward, but patients still live with the reality…

Payer consolidation coupled with operational transition in many markets is slowing contract negotiations, making it more difficult to conduct business.

Ambulatory surgery centers are developing new payer strategies as the healthcare market evolves toward value-based care.

The North Carolina State Health Plan board of trustees is considering making changes to state employees' options for health insurance, according to WRAL.com.