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CMS Proposes Accelerated Shift to Provider Risk in ACOs

Oct 12, 2018 at 02:37 pm by steve

To facilitate the American healthcare system's transformation from volume-based to value-based payment, CMS is requesting public comment regarding its newly proposed rule that.... Read More

New Pathways to Success for ACOs

Sep 18, 2018 at 04:18 pm by steve

In the eight years since the Affordable Care Act (the ACA) became law, there has been no shortage of developments related to the law and its implementing regulations. Some of.... Read More

Wading into the Pool of Risk Bearing Reimbursement Models

Sep 18, 2018 at 03:58 pm by steve

Many Alabama providers participated in the Quality Payment Program in 2017, under MIPS (Merit Based Incentive Program). A handful participated in a MIPS APM (Alternative Payme.... Read More

UAB Physician Develops Novel Node Surgery for Melanoma

Aug 17, 2018 at 11:59 am by steve

Sunlight provides the energy that powers all life on earth. However, those radiant waves also have a darker side. They are a leading suspect in cellular changes that lead to m.... Read More

Opportunities and Warnings about Reimbursements

Aug 17, 2018 at 11:08 am by steve

"We have a problem with patients disregarding their medical provider, and that shows in many ways," says Maddox Casey, CPA, MBA, with Warren Averett healthcare division. "And.... Read More