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Nearly a third of claims submitted by hospitals to commercial payers resulted in payment delays of more than three months.

 

Editor’s note: Members have exclusive access to APMA’s practice management and reimbursement resources, including ACO information, EHR advice, and much more.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/commercial-payers-delay-paying-out-claims-providers to view the full article online.

 

HealthLeaders Media

While a large percentage of older adults have used an online patient portal, the numbers are lower among lower-income adults.

Visit https://www.healthleadersmedia.com/telehealth/poll-more-older-adults-tap-patient-portals-usage-varies-widely to view the full article online.

 

HealthcareDive

At a recent hearing, some federal legislators questioned the methods used to by Medicare Advantage plans to make coverage determinations.

 

Editor’s note: Find a sample letter and tips to help you communicate with patients about out-of-network status and physician termination from Medicare Advantage plans.

Visit https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/medicare-advantage-denials-prior-authorization-ai-senate/650578/ to view the full article online.

 

Healthcare Finance News

The World Health Organization is urging caution in the use of AI for health-care.

Visit https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/untested-ai-could-lead-healthcare-errors-and-patient-harm-who-warns to view the full article online.

 
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Medical Economics

The Federal Trade Commission has proposed changes to the Health Breach Notification Rule intended to increase transparency regarding data breaches.

Visit https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/ftc-seeks-to-strengthen-protections-for-personal-health-data to view the full article online.

 

HealthExec

According to a new report, Idaho tops the list of best states for physicians, followed by North Dakota and Minnesota.

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Physicians Practice

Providing multiple payment options and training staff on how to discuss payments with patients are among the tips for improving collections.

 

Editor's note: For more articles about communication skills, visit www.apma.org/softskills

Visit https://www.physicianspractice.com/view/7-tips-for-easing-patient-collections-in-your-medical-practice to view the full article online.

 

Axios

The percentage of Americans who put off seeking health-care has increased since the start of the pandemic, according to the results of a new survey from the Federal Reserve.

Visit https://www.axios.com/2023/05/23/medical-costs-american-healthcare to view the full article online.

 
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Footwear News

When choosing sandals, it's important to check whether they have enough rigidity to be supportive.

 

Editor’s note: Filter your search to find APMA seal approved and accepted sandals at www.apma.org/seal.

Visit https://footwearnews.com/feature/best-sandals-for-high-arches-1203462575/ to view the full article online.

 

BestLife

Choosing heels that are too high and offer too little support are among the common mistakes made by those who wear high heels in the summer.

Visit https://bestlifeonline.com/wearing-heels-in-the-summer/ to view the full article online.

 

Prevention

Shoes that don't fit well can lead to a number of foot problems.

 

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

Visit https://www.prevention.com/fitness/workout-clothes-gear/g43945124/best-shoes-for-wide-feet/ to view the full article online.

 
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