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APMA is reviewing the CY 2021 MPFS Final Rule CMS released December 1. We are pleased to confirm that the changes to office/other outpatient E/M coding APMA advocated for will indeed take effect in 2021.

Visit https://www.apma.org/News/NewsDetail.cfm?ItemNumber=43177 to view the full article online.

 

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has released its final rule for 2021 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.

 

Editor's note: Visit www.apma.org/em2021 for more information and keep an eye out for more details on the final rule in APMA's digital publications.

Visit https://revcycleintelligence.com/news/cms-finalizes-2021-physician-fee-schedule-including-e-m-changes to view the full article online.

 
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Patients who don't feel that their health-care provider is adequately ensuring their safety during a visit are less likely to return, according to a new study.

 

Editor's note: APMA provides​ a suite of resources at http://www.apma.org/covid19 to help members with their practices and more during the COVID-19 health crisis. 

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/two-thirds-us-consumers-are-likely-switch-healthcare-providers-if-covid-19-poorly-managed to view the full article online.

 

Among the tips for conducting a risk analysis are identifying potential threats and taking stock of security measures.

 

Editor's note: APMA provides HIPAA and meaningful use risk analysis resources for members at APMA.org. 

Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/the-eight-steps-to-conducting-a-meaningful-use-risk-analysis to view the full article online.

 
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In a recent survey, physicians expressed generally positive sentiments regarding telehealth.

 

Editor's note: APMA has resources for members navigating telehealth during the crisis. 

Visit https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/digital/survey-physicians-laud-telehealth-s-value-still-find-barriers to view the full article online.

 
For ambulatory settings, including physician offices, revenue is down by 4 percent compared to 2019.

Visit https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/finance/health-services-spending-down-2-4-through-q3.html to view the full article online.

 
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It's important to choose shoes that provide adequate support, especially if you're likely to be active for an extended period of time.

 

Editor's note: Check out the latest list of APMA Seal-Accepted products and recommend them to your patients.​

Visit https://www.glamour.com/story/best-walking-shoes to view the full article online.

 

Knowing one's foot type can help in selecting the most appropriate running shoe.

 

Editor’s note: Recommend APMA’s running shoe guide for different arch types and APMA Seal-Accepted products to your patients.​

Visit https://www.wellandgood.com/best-running-shoes-foot-type/ to view the full article online.

 

Overdoing things physically after a long period of relative inactivity can lead to a number of problems, including the possibility of foot injuries.

 

Editor’s note: Share APMA’s information about sprains, strains, and fractures with your patients.

Visit https://www.wspa.com/news/ask-the-expert/foot-injuries-and-stress-fractures-on-the-rise-since-start-of-pandemic-doctors-say/ to view the full article online.

 
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The rise in the use of virtual care has been accompanied by a rise in the number of cyberthreats to health-care organizations.

 

Editor's note: APMA has physician well-being resources for members at www.apma.org/wellbeing.​

Visit https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/sustainability/cyber-vulnerability-grows-along-covid-19-pandemic-stresses to view the full article online.

 

Educating patients about COVID-19 precautions before their visit and managing visitor access are among the tips for physician practices.

 

Editor’s note: Take advantage of APMA’s resources on what to do if staff or a patient tests positive for COVID-19

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/coronavirus-8-ways-doctors-can-protect-themselves to view the full article online.

 
A new analysis highlights the administrative burden created by prior authorization.

Visit https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/finance/prior-authorization-denials-contribute-to-clinician-burnout-aha-says.html to view the full article online.

 
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