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The Changing Face of Healthcare Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic

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The emergency decision by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on March 17, 2020 (and retroactively in effect beginning March 6, 2020) to pay for telehealth visits outside of rural areas has eased physician concern. CPT codes for billing purposes are available.

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6 Ways ER and Urgent Care Nurses Can Bridge the Gap for Uninsured Patients

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ER and urgent care nurses can mitigate these fears by being well-informed and empathetic communicators. Most healthcare facilities have protocols in place to assist uninsured patients in applying for emergency Medicaid or charity care programs, which can significantly reduce or even cover the cost of treatment.