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New codes from the AMA could mean more RPM reimbursement by 2025

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Medicare was the first to cover RPM. If the AMA approves the changes under consideration, and Medicare follows suit, which it usually does, then providers who make modifications and expand their RPM programs to fit the new codes will gain the most benefits for their patients and their clinics. However, the federal agency often does so.

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Remote therapeutic monitoring is reimbursable – here's what you need to know

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

With the new CPT codes, providers can get reimbursed for: Educating patients on how to use a remote care-management platform. Monitoring a platform's alerts and patients' use of remote education. Providers now can get reimbursed for educating patients on how to use remote care management platforms.

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ATA weighs in on proposed CMS Physician Fee Schedule rule

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The American Telemedicine Association was among several groups this week that submitted comments to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding the 2021 Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule. " Kat Jercich is senior editor of Healthcare IT News. Healthcare IT News is a HIMSS Media publication. WHY IT MATTERS.

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Former Amazon medical officer examines Surgeon General's clinician burnout warning

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Maulik Majmudar, chief medical officer and cofounder at Biofourmis, a vendor of personalized, predictive health IT – who prior to that served as Amazon’s medical officer who led the launch of Halo – sat down with Healthcare IT News to discuss the crisis and potential solutions.

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The COVID-19 crisis has 'forced people into virtual mediums,' says Summus CEO

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

A frequently discussed consequence of the COVID-19 crisis is the uptick in reliance on telehealth, with both patients and clinicians pivoting quickly to virtual care in order to minimize in-person contact. " Summus is among a number of vendors and organizations that offer remote second-opinion services for patients and employers.

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Rethinking approaches to remote health and telehealth in Australia

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

NSW Health Secretary Elizabeth Koff addressed the need for industry, governments and patients to grasp the concept of new-age telehealth and remote care as virtual care delivery models see traditional provider-patient interactions evolve. “Face-to-face care is still necessary in rural and remote Australia.

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How RTM is a potential game-changer for improving outcomes

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

As an enabling technology, RTM has been proven effective for improving patient engagement, satisfaction, care quality and outcomes, as well as reducing costs for both patients and providers. The care team monitors progress and identifies patients needing intervention or support. Enterprise Taxonomy: