Gut Health Linked to Air Quality? Most studies into gut health focus on the diet, but could the air we breathe upset our stomachs too? That is the conclusion of a new study out of the University of Colorado, Boulder. Researchers say poor air quality can have an adverse effect on the human microbiome and …
CMS Updates Hurricane Laura Update: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have efforts underway to support Louisiana and Texas in response to Hurricane Laura. On August 26, 2020, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar declared public health emergencies (PHEs) in these states, retroactive to August 22, 2020 for the …
Probiotics: Are probiotics a waste of money? Little evidence to support use in treating digestive conditions such as Crohn’s disease. References: https://www.msn.com/en-nz/health/medical/are-probiotics-a-waste-of-money-little-evidence-to-support-use-in-treating-digestive-conditions-such-as-crohns-disease-large-scale-review-concludes/ar-BB15JJku https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-8403215/Large-scale-review-does-not-recommend-probiotics-Crohns-disease-digestive-conditions.html https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2020-06/aga-adn060520.php
“CMS is offering multiple flexibilities to provide relief to clinicians responding to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. In addition to extending the 2019 Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) data submission deadline to April 30, 2020 at 8 PM ET, the MIPS automatic extreme and uncontrollable circumstances policy will apply to MIPS eligible clinicians who …
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CMS Update 4-2-20 Telemedicine and COVID-19 FAQ Updated: April 1, 2020 9:45 pm On March 30, CMS – released an interim rule with other changes. First, all of these changes are effective March 1, 2020. CMS is changing the place of service for claims. Do not use POS 02 for CMS telehealth claims, use the …
March 22, 2020 CMS has announced relief measures for providers who are bound to participate in its quality reporting programs, including the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). Today, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced unprecedented relief for the clinicians, providers, and facilities participating in Medicare quality reporting programs including the 1.2 million …
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CMS NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 17, 2020 President Trump Expands Telehealth Benefits for Medicare Beneficiaries During COVID-19 Outbreak CMS Outlines New Flexibilities Available to People with Medicare To read more and obtain the Fact Sheet on this announcement visit: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/medicare-telemedicine-health-care-provider-fact-sheet To read the Frequently Asked Questions on this announcement visit: https://edit.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-telehealth-frequently-asked-questions-faqs-31720.pdf This guidance, and …
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Help the White House Coronavirus Task Force spread the word on keeping Workplaces, Homes, Schools, or Commercial Establishments Safe. Please distribute these documents widely as we work together on this important issue. Practice Good Hygiene Safety Sheet: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/workplace-school-and-home-guidance.pdf Reference: CMS Open Door Forum, https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/ https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/community-mitigation-strategy.pdf
Mar 10, 2020 Today, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) took additional action to ensure America’s healthcare workers are prepared to fight the spread of Novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). CMS sent a memorandum to State Survey Agencies (SAs), which are responsible for inspecting nursing homes and other healthcare facilities serving Medicare and Medicaid …
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