Mario P. Fucinari DC, CPCO, CPPM, CIC, Author at Illinois Chiropractic Society

Updated: CMS’ 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule

Posted by Mario P. Fucinari DC, CPCO, CPPM, CIC | Jan 28, 2025 | Insurance, Medicare and Medicaid | 0 |

Since the release of the 2025 Medicare Fee Schedule, there have been updates to regions 12 and 99. We’ve revised this article to include the latest changes. Read on to learn more!

2024 Medicare Fee Schedule (March 9 Forward)

Posted by Mario P. Fucinari DC, CPCO, CPPM, CIC | Mar 26, 2024 | Billing and Collections, Coding, Compliance, Insurance, Medicare and Medicaid, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

On March 25, 2024, Medicare unveiled its updated fee schedule after President Biden signed the government funding bill, prompting a revision. Check out the article to view the latest fee schedule!

Change Healthcare Systems Cyberattack Shuts Down Payment Processing

Posted by Mario P. Fucinari DC, CPCO, CPPM, CIC | Mar 13, 2024 | Billing and Collections, Insurance, Medicare and Medicaid, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

A recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare underscores the importance of HIPAA compliance. Providers must enhance cybersecurity to protect patient data amidst claims processing disruptions.

Medicare Reimbursement on Track to Decrease in 2024

Posted by Mario P. Fucinari DC, CPCO, CPPM, CIC | Dec 27, 2023 | Billing and Collections, Coding, Compliance, Insurance, Medicare and Medicaid, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

Explore the article for details on CMS unveiling the 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, including a 3.37% cut for clinicians and an ongoing 2% sequestration fee reduction.

Highlights of the 2024 ICD-10-CM Code Updates

Posted by Mario P. Fucinari DC, CPCO, CPPM, CIC | Sep 20, 2023 | Billing and Collections, Coding, Compliance, Documentation, Insurance, zall | 0 |

Stay informed and proactive in healthcare coding! Explore the latest ICD-10 updates for 2024, featuring 395 new codes that underscore the importance of precise diagnosis. Dive into the article to learn more.

Your Patient’s Medicare Beneficiary Identifier (MBI) May Change

Posted by Mario P. Fucinari DC, CPCO, CPPM, CIC | Sep 6, 2023 | Compliance, Documentation, Insurance, Legal, Medicare and Medicaid, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

In May 2023, a CMS contractor’s software vulnerability resulted in a data breach affecting 612,000 Medicare beneficiaries. CMS offers free credit monitoring and comprehensive guidance on safeguarding personal data. Explore the full article for details.

New Advanced Beneficiary Notice in Effect for Medicare on June 30, 2023

Posted by Mario P. Fucinari DC, CPCO, CPPM, CIC | Jun 21, 2023 | Billing and Collections, Business Forms and Templates, Compliance, Insurance, Legal, Medicare and Medicaid, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

The newly updated ABN form CMS-R-131 provides essential information about payment responsibilities. Starting June 30, 2023 the new form must be used. Read the article to learn more!