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CMS proposes nixing pain management questions from HCAHPS in response to opioid epidemic

FierceHealthIT

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is planning to eliminate a set of questions on pain management from its nationwide patient experience survey, just months after rolling out updates to the questions.

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2023 CMS Physician Fee Schedule: Details, Takeaways and Our Thoughts

Connected Health Initiative

Care Management Codes for Chronic Pain Management (CPM) and General Behavioral Health Integration (GBHI): CMS finalized its proposal for new support for CPM (HCPCS codes G3002 and G3003) and GBHI (HCPCS code G0323).

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AMA Report: 6 Ways States Combat Opioid Epidemic

BHM Healthcare Solutions

Editor’s Note: Increasing costs for prescriptions is creating a long-term financial impact on Medicare Part D and its beneficiaries. Boost access to comprehensive pain care. Insurance designs must support comprehensive, multidisciplinary pain care to expand access to nonopioid pain management strategies, according to AMA.

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Master Guide to Telehealth Statistics for 2019

Enzyme Health

Medicare currently covers many telehealth services depending on coverage level and geography, but still faces some restrictions, with Medicare Advantage plan beneficiaries (about 14 million patients) receiving the broadest access ( ATA Telehealth Basics ). In a recent survey, 96% of U.S.

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Virtual Reality Applications in Workers’ Compensation Reviews

Advanced Medical Reviews

Restrictive telehealth payment rules under programs like Medicare. VR headsets offer new mediums for therapy and pain management. Improved Pain Management and Rehabilitation. The audio-visual fidelity of VR-assisted telehealth is also useful in the management of pain for WC patients.

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The Evolution of Healthcare at Home, the Technology Driving this Change, and It’s Impact on the World of Healthcare

Healthcare IT Today

Programs of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), a Medicare and Medicaid program designed for individuals aged 55 and above requiring nursing-home-level care, embraced the benefits of providing care at home prior to the pandemic, enabling this frail population to remain within their familiar home environments and communities.

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Wound Care at Home: A Guide to Effective and Safe Treatment

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

Pain Management: For minor cuts and scrapes, over-the-counter pain medication can be effective in managing pain. If the wound gets painful, it may be necessary to consult a healthcare provider for a prescription pain medication.