Healthcare Industry Leader Brings Decades of Expertise in Healthcare Payer Solutions and Strategic Growth ANN ARBOR, MI (Sept. 30, 2024) – ATTAC Consulting Group announced today that Kenneth McNeal has joined the firm as an SVP and Chief Revenue Officer. ATTAC is a national healthcare consulting firm that
Read More →Catch the webinar replay for expert insights on impacts of the CMS Final Rule. We discuss: Mental Health Parity | Significant changes will impact provider network operations and reimbursement. Provider Network Requirements | Tightened network adequacy standards are intended to ensure that plans provide beneficiaries with timely
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By Jocelyn Bayliss The 2025 Final Rule from CMS outlined expectations and reporting requirements related to timely access to care. Effective PY 2025, CMS requires that all states with Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) develop, conduct, and enforce independent secret shopper surveys to evaluate
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ATTAC and mPulse co-presented this comprehensive webinar and discussion that aims to empower attendees to: Debunk myths related to the TCPA, consent, and the healthcare exemption Get the background on the TCPA’s purpose, history, terminology, and requirements Understand existing and recent TCPA litigation related to the healthcare
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by Jon Rogers, Sr. Consultant, Risk Adjustment As the fourth quarter approaches, managed care organizations (MCOs) should focus on optimizing their risk adjustment in-office assessment (IOA) processes to ensure accurate patient assessments, which are crucial for both appropriate revenue realization and quality care management. The following comprehensive
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The Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (VA CCN) is a program that allows veterans to get healthcare services in their communities instead of having to go to a VA facility. It connects veterans with local healthcare providers who have agreements with the VA. The goal is
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Charles Baker, VP, Compliance Solutions On July 3, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas issued a preliminary injunction, halting the implementation of certain provisions within the CMS Final Rule for Contract Year 2025. This rule aimed to overhaul the compensation arrangements between
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by Jon Rogers, Sr. Consultant, Risk Adjustment As we move through the second half of 2024, managed care organizations must prioritize member engagement, especially for individuals with chronic conditions. This period presents an opportunity to embrace strategies that encourage essential healthcare visits, such as annual wellness and
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CMS has implemented significant regulatory changes to network adequacy standards that require Medicare Advantage (MA) plans to quickly adapt to ensure compliance. Read on for an overview of the necessary steps plans must take to meet these new requirements. Convert Letters of Intent. Health plans that submitted
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by Jon Rogers, Sr. Consultant, Risk Adjustment As we reach the midpoint of 2024, managed care organizations (MCOs) must take a close look at their In-Home Health Assessment (IHHA) programs, which play a critical role in managing the health of Medicare Advantage and Affordable Care Act populations.
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