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Primary care practices identify needed improvements for telemedicine

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

WHY IT MATTERS To identify common facilitators and barriers to telehealth implementation, researchers evaluated practice leaders' perspectives on 32 aspects of telemedicine in their practices, according to a new report published in the Annals of Family Medicine.

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Telemedicine Billing: GT, 95 & GQ Modifier Differences

Mend

The world of telemedicine has become increasingly important in recent years and telemedicine services are growing at a rapid pace, especially in the wake of a global pandemic. Specifically, for those practicing telemedicine, knowing how to use appropriate modifiers and CPT codes is essential for proper reimbursement.

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How To Become a Telemedicine Provider

GlobalMed

From medical emergencies to ordinary exams, telemedicine is shattering healthcare barriers all over the world. Yet for some clinicians, telemedicine is still shrouded in mystery – often because they’re not sure how to get started. But today’s telemedicine tools can enable evidence-based care and data sharing.

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How to Stay Compliant with the Medicare 8-Minute Rule for Physical Therapy

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

The Medicare 8-Minute Rule is a critical component of billing for physical therapy services. The 8-minute rule stipulates how providers can bill for timed services, and it plays a significant role in determining reimbursement rates. Medicare adds up the total number of units charged to calculate the final payment amount.

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How To Become a Telehealth Provider

GlobalMed

Yet for some clinicians, telehealth is still shrouded in mystery – often because they’re not sure how to get started and become a telehealth provider. But today’s telemedicine tools can enable evidence-based care and data sharing. Evaluate telemedicine solutions. Understand reimbursement and licensing basics. We can help.

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The Future of Healthcare: Telehealth. Here’s Why You Need to Consider Telemedicine in 2019

Continue Education Journal

Telehealth and Telemedicine Definition. We often hear telehealth and telemedicine used interchangeably, so let’s set the record straight – telehealth is the umbrella term that refers to medical services that healthcare practitioners provide to patients from a distance.

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How To Become A Telemedicine Provider

GlobalMed

Telemedicine is exploding in popularity. However, getting started in telemedicine requires some preparation. Before providing remote medical services, you’ll need to identify the right resources and take the right training to ensure your telemedicine practice will be successful. Getting Started.