Summary: New regulations have been released that will update and clarify the provisions of the Stark Law--the set of measures that address physician self-referral in connection with Medicare and other federal healthcare program services. In the ancient past, stargazers assumed that the celestial bodies visible at night numbered a little over a tho...

Summary: If one considers the historical trend of bundling "standard of care" practices into primary services, can the bundling of acute pain service be far off? What was once a new and increasing revenue stream opportunity may one day become part of the global anesthesia payment.A review of the history of payment for medical services in the U...

Summary: The methods by which anesthesiologists and anesthetists memorialize their services for billing and clinical purposes is changing—and mostly for the better. Certain electronic record options provide many advantages, though a few shortcomings should be noted. Whether utilizing paper or electronic records, the primary task for the provid...

Sure, they sound good. The come-ons and sales pitches that permeate our daily lives are certainly enticing; the rationale they employ can be quite alluring; but the bill of goods we're being asked to buy doesn't always turn out as advertised. That's why caution and discernment are essential tools for today's consumer. This principle of caveat empto...

As we continue to monitor developments surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) and the government's response to the viral outbreak, ABC will update our client-partners as appropriate. Accordingly, we wish to pass on to you the following information from HHS which we hope you will find helpful during this time of uncertainty. HHS opened the $20 B...