New technologies are fundamentally changing the way people interact with health care. Successful implementation of digital health technology will be imperative for improving patient outcomes and ensuring financial stability for health care practices.
Remote Patient Monitoring Implementation Playbook Overview
May 3, 2023 1:30:00 PM / by NW AHEC posted in telehealth, technology, patient care
Grant Awarded to NWAHEC & WFUSM Internal Medicine Residency for Telehealth Patient Home Monitoring
Mar 23, 2023 7:30:00 AM / by Leslie D McDowell, DNP, ANP-BC, RN posted in telehealth, Wake Forest School of Medicine
In an effort to improve physician skills and experience with Telehealth, Northwest AHEC and Wake Forest School of Medicine Internal Residency were awarded a grant to produce online learning for physicians and distribute medical supplies to patients. Funding allowed telehealth technology capabilities to be fully integrated in two clinics.
Highlighted Resource: Telemedicine Rollbacks
Jan 3, 2023 1:30:50 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in COVID-19, telehealth
Why Providing Care Across State Lines Is No Longer as Simple as It Was Early in the Pandemic
2023 Physician Fee Schedule Update: On-Demand Webinar Now Available
Dec 28, 2022 1:00:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in COVID-19, telehealth, behavioral health, rural health, practice management
Public Health Emergency Declaration Extended through January 11, 2023
Oct 19, 2022 8:30:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Primary Care, telehealth, public health emergency
The Secretary of Health and Human Services has declared and extended a public health emergency (PHE) related to the COVID-19 pandemic since January 27, 2020.
- The secretary must issue a PHE renewal every 90 days
- Many waivers and policy implementation dates are tied to the expiration of the COVID-19 PHE.
- HHS has reiterated its intent to provide states with a 60-day notice prior to the expiration of the PHE
Lifeline: A Program to help your low-income patients access services like Telehealth
Feb 24, 2022 8:00:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in telehealth, access, financial assistance
Lifeline is a federal government program that offers a monthly discount on phone, internet or bundled package bills to qualified low-income people, which can give them the tools to access services like telehealth. People living on Tribal Lands can receive additional benefit.
Physician Fee Schedule includes values for new CPT codes
Jan 26, 2022 2:00:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in Primary Care, telehealth, reimbursement
HOSAR Payment Denials - Medicaid Managed Care
Apr 27, 2021 4:30:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in telehealth, nctracks, hosar
Providers with Denials for Healthy Opportunities Screening, Assessment and Referrals Claims due to Edit 02088 May Now Resubmit Claims
New TeleHealth Resources Available for Providers and Patients
Mar 31, 2021 7:30:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in COVID-19, telehealth
In response to the increased use and expanded coverage of telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic, From Coverage to Care (C2C) has released new resources to support patients and providers in making the most of virtual care.
Practice Support Topics: Resources of the Week
Mar 23, 2021 4:30:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in Billing, telehealth, behavioral health
The Practice Support Team at Northwest AHEC has gathered topics and resources for you for the week. Check them out below. Let us know if you need more information!