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As of Tuesday March 16, 2010

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Informed Administrators Are Key to a Successful Billing Staff

Informed Administrators Are Key to a Successful Billing Staff

One of the biggest mistakes billing staff can make is to "rebill" a claim without taking the time to call the insurance company to find out why the claim was denied. Rebilling once or twice is bad enough, but some employees take it even farther.

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New AMA Online Database Looks to Help Docs Contract with Insurers

The American Medical Association launched the National Managed Care Contract, an online database that the physicians' association said will help its members negotiate better contracts with managed care organizations. NMCC will provide model contract language that complies with the managed care laws of all 50 states and the District of Columbia.

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Colorado Hospital Evaluates Missed Opportunities in Rapid Response Teams

Over the past five years, rapid response teams have been brought to the forefront of American hospitals. Initiatives sparked interest in RRTs among hospitals, especially at St. Anthony Central Hospital in Denver, which developed its own RRT in conjunction with the IHI initiative.

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AHA Recommends Changes to EHR Standards, Implementation

Adding its voice to the EHR standards debate, the American Hospital Association asked for changes to proposed EHR standards, implementation, and certification. The AHA sent its recommendations and comments regarding the interim final rule to the National Coordinator for Health IT.

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Medical Breakthroughs That Will Change Healthcare

The devices, treatments, and procedures that will change the delivery—and the business—of healthcare. More Analysis

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Benchmarking for Beleaguered Budgets

After the quick cuts, finance leaders looking for deeper savings have found success with benchmarking. More Analysis

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