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The residents of Colorado are working hard to improve our healthcare system throughout the state. A recent study ranked Colorado number 11 in the US based on several different variables, however, health care costs in Colorado were ranked 47. Read the article below recapping the results from the survey and other placement factors. A new…
DetailsMLNConnects, the official news of CMS, recently proposed 3 new payment rules. CMS released these proposed rules on July 29, which include payment updates for outpatient and physician services and also expanded price transparency initiatives. Read below to find out more information on these proposed rules. PFS: Proposed Policy, Payment, and Quality Provisions Changes for…
DetailsNew changes are coming regarding evaluation and management guidelines. Some of these new changes include updates on medical decision making and code selection. We will be seeing these much needed updates in 2021. Read the article below to get updated on all the other changes that are coming. In an ongoing effort to reduce clinician…
DetailsRT Welter & Associates has successfully completed yet another important project for the State of Colorado. We were asked by the Colorado State Innovation Model (SIM) to create a curriculum to help primary care practices better understand how to integrate behavioral health services into their commercial payer contracts such that these services will be reimbursed…
DetailsAs difficult as it may be, embracing change is essential to growing as an individual, being a better employee and a better person than you were yesterday. Focusing on a positive perspective when faced with difficult challenges or changes can help us adapt when we are pushed out of our comfort zones. The following article…
DetailsWhile it is said D.C. is slow to make progress on healthcare, individuals are stepping up with a plan noting that “The health of our nation is more important than any political party.” With changes and advancements in healthcare, the state of Colorado is implementing a new law that gives Colorado officials the authority necessary…
DetailsAs difficult as it may be, embracing change is essential to growing as an individual, being a better employee and a better person than you were yesterday. Focusing on a positive perspective when faced with difficult challenges or changes can help us adapt when we are pushed out of our comfort zones. The following article…
DetailsHealth insurance premiums have been an ongoing topic of discussion for Colorado government leaders, medical professionals, insurance companies and patients. With continuous changes throughout the industry, the latest development includes the drop of health exchange premiums. Read the article below for more information recently released and the expectations to come. Western Slope families could save…
DetailsChanges to timely filing requirements for commercial and Medicare Advantage plans for all claims submitted to plan on or after October 1, 2019 Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and HMO Colorado (hereinafter collectively referred to as Anthem) continues to look for ways to improve our processes and align with industry standards. Timely receipt of medical…
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