decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2016 Issue 4 (April)
APCPS news briefs: Remember the new compound code, take advantage of hardship extension
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Article Overview
This article summarizes several CMS updates relevant to pain practices and other medical offices, including a change to a compounded drug code, an extension tied to a meaningful use hardship deadline, the planned rollout of a new quality reporting system, and a proposed rule related to Part B drug payment model testing. It is aimed at readers who need a quick overview of policy and reporting changes that may affect revenue, compliance, and future planning.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps practices stay aware of CMS administrative changes that can affect billing workflows, reporting obligations, and participation in upcoming payment and quality programs.
Article Sections
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Drug code update
A short notice about a CMS drug coding change affecting compounded drug billing and related administrative updates.
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Hardship exception extension
A summary of an extended deadline tied to the meaningful use hardship exception and related broadband threshold information.
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New quality reporting system
An overview of CMS planning for a future quality reporting program and the anticipated timing of additional rulemaking.
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Part B drug payment model testing
A brief on proposed CMS testing for new payment models involving Part B drugs and the associated public comment period.
What You Will Learn
- Which CMS updates are highlighted in this brief news item
- What general categories of policy changes are discussed
- Which administrative timelines and future programs are mentioned
- How the article frames revenue, reporting, and payment-model implications for practices
Who Should Read This
- Pain practices
- Physician practices
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Practice administrators
- Healthcare compliance teams
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