The following information was forwarded by the APTA on July 1. This is an extremely concerning outcome and bears repeating. IF you have not taken the time to...
Everyone - Below you will find a few announcements about upcoming educational opportunities from Trailblazerhealth. If you are not receiving this type of...
On September 2, 2008 National Government Services (NGS) released a draft local coverage determination (LCD) for outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation. The LCD...
Below please find two links to information from TrailBlazer Health. The first outlines website enhancements and the second reviews appropriate addresses for...
Is anyone in the Tidewater district interested in a monthly (or every other month) sports/ortho journal club? I'd be willing to coordinate and have space...
Recently, the Ad Hoc committee has been in conversation again with Trailblazer Health discussing a number of issues regarding the current LCD format. One...
The APTA will conduct an audio seminar on compliance issues in November.This will be a great opportunity for members to become more versed on this vital issue....
What is the status of the changeover to ICD-10 codes? Are we required to switch to those codes in 2009? I understand that they are very different from the 9...
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Online Claim Status and Eligibility Inquiry Web-Based Training December 9, 2008 The Professional Provider Telecommunication Network (PPTN) is a service ...
2009 Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule The following information was supplied by the APTA. The link will provide a high level summary of the details of the...
The following information was supplied by TrailblazerHealth. ICD-10-CM/PCS National Provider Conference Call – Other Part A and Part B providers may register...
Applies to Part B Virginia providers only Part B Virginia On the Radar – CERT WBT January 15, 2009 This session will focus on data analysis of the Virginia...
Everyone - Happy 2009! In an effort to streamline your communications to me, I have a new email address that will allow me to more easily access VPTA related...
The following is from the Trailblazer Health website. Virginia providers will hear more from Trailblazer and Palmetto as the transition progresses. Palmetto...
PQRI ( Physican Quality Reporting Initiative) in short is a program sponsored by Medicare to encourage eligible providers via financial incentive to report on...
Part B Virginia Welcome to Medicare Part I Web-Based Training February 12, 2009 The "Welcome to Medicare" series of Web-based sessions are intended for...
Part B Top Billing Errors and CERT WBT February 24, 2009 This session will address the most common reasons for claim denials and rejects, and the resolutions...
Have you been wondering how you could make a greater contribution to your patients and your profession? Have you been frustrated with the rules that govern...
On May 1, 2009 healthcare providers will be required to comply with Red Flag Rules established by the Federal Trade Commission requiring that an Identity Theft...
Medicare Withholding Tax: Request for Information For-profit health care entities, such as physical therapist private practices, physician practices, and...
Red Flag Rules The Federal Trade Commission just announced that it will delay enforcement of the new "Red Flags Rule" until August 1, 2009, to give creditors...
July 7, 2009 TrailBlazer Health Enterprises® is issuing this listserv to notify the Part A and B community of important updates concerning Electronic Data...
Everyone - The information offered below was sent as a part of an all-member email on 8/31. This is a change that will impact many of you so it bears...
Everyone - Earlier today, I reminded you of the upcoming deadline for public comment on recent DMAS billing regulation changes. Below, please find a letter...
Medicare Provider Feedback Town Hall Meeting October 29, 2009 2–4 p.m. ET CMS requests your participation in a Town Hall meeting on October 29, 2009, 2-4...
Everyone - The following was sent out by Trailblazer Health and is intended for Part B providers only. ______________________________________________ ...
Dear All- We will continue to post important member updates on this listserv, but additional information will appear on our two new Facebook pages. Please take...