Jeff Lagasse
The use of telehealth for behavioral health services increased more so than for any other type of healthcare during the pandemic.
The extended review was prompted by a letter from the American Hospital Association raising possible antitrust concerns.
Any complaints received during the suspension period will be investigated within 45 days; correction plans are required.
The group said CMS either missed its deadline or misinterpreted provider information when denying mid-build exceptions.
The ARP will help support hospital patient revenues by reducing the number of those who are uninsured.
AHIP floated policy recommendations including strengthening access for underserved populations through Medicare Advantage.
Physicians spend an average of 90 minutes after hours focused on coding work, according to time and productivity studies.
Margins will remain depressed throughout the year, and the percentage of hospitals with negative margins will likely increase.
They also result in faster time to patient care and a better understanding of the information, results showed.
The organization says seniors, during the pandemic, increasingly relied on telehealth to safely access their care.