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Don’t Let Tax Season Sneak Up: Use This Checklist

Nurse Practitioners in Business

Ensure Payroll Tax Compliance: If you have employees, make sure payroll taxes (Social Security, Medicare, and unemployment taxes) are withheld and remitted. Software & Subscriptions: Monthly fees for EHR systems, telehealth platforms, or continuing education memberships should be recorded.

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How to Conduct Effective Compliance Audits 

American Medical Compliance

The healthcare industry is highly regulated, with various laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH), and the Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations shaping operations.

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Understanding Medicare Training

American Medical Compliance

The following Understanding Medicare Training educates healthcare providers and patients on the purpose of the Medicare program in the United States. Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people aged 65 or older, certain younger people with disabilities, and also people with End-Stage Renal disease.

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Medicare FWA Compliance Training

American Medical Compliance

The Medicare FWA Compliance Training aims to educate healthcare providers (HCP) on the definitions of fraud, waste, and abuse in the context of Medicare. Additionally, education regarding Medicare FWA is crucial to providing proper care and the prevention of FWA. What Is Medicare? AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

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Navigating Medicare: A Guide for Kansas Nurses

American Nurse

MEDICARE IS A CRITICAL PILLAR in the vast healthcare landscape, supporting millions of Americans, including a substantial segment of Kansas’s population. For nurses across the state, understanding Medicare’s intricacies is beneficial and essential for providing comprehensive care.

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Enhancing Patient Advocacy and Care through Medicare Fluency

American Nurse

For Nebraska nurses, proficiency in Medicare can significantly amplify their ability to serve and support the diverse needs of patients navigating the complexities of healthcare coverage. This article aims to shed light on the importance of Medicare fluency among nurses and provide actionable insights to elevate patient care in New Jersey.

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Medicare Care Compare: Publicly reported performance measures

American Nurse

Takeaways: To help patients and their families make informed decisions about choosing health care, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) publicly reports quality performance measures. Timeliness: Treatment is available without long delays.