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Dealing with Disruptive Physicians and Other Employment Issues
In this seminar, we provide guidelines for healthcare organizations to manage disruptive and unprofessional physician conduct. We explore the prerequisites for coverage under the Health Care Quality Improvement Act (HCQIA) and the HCQIA's interpretation of professional review actions, disruptive or unprofessional behavior, reporting obligations, and qualifications for legal immunity. Attendees will learn the role of medical staff and bylaws, a peer review committee, and the requisite committee procedures.

Tuesday, September 26th @ 3 PM ET
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Physicians and Healthcare Workers Employment Agreements
In this seminar, we explain physician employment agreements, including their structure and terminology, compensation and benefits, compliance with laws and regulations, and types of insurance. We discuss negotiation considerations and the importance of understanding the contract terms. We also address the various methods of compensation, additional benefits, and compliance with regulations such as the Anti-Kickback Statute and False Claims Act. Attendees will learn about the two primary types of insurance: claims-made and occurrence-based.

Tuesday, August 29th @ 3 PM ET
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Surprise Medical Billing Act
In this seminar, we provide an overview of surprise medical billing requirements for healthcare providers (such as physicians, billing practitioners, and air ambulance services) and facilities (including hospitals, freestanding emergency departments, and urgent care centers) governed by the No Surprises Act (part of CAA-21). The provided information reflects interim final regulations (IFRs) issued in July and October 2021, outlining the Act's implementation, including its prohibitions on surprise medical bills and balance billing. Additional obligations for providers and facilities, like the notice and consent exception process, provider disclosures, good faith estimates, provider directory information, the Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) process, and enforcement with potential penalties, are also highlighted.

Thursday, August 3rd @ 1 PM ET
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Payers and Reimbursement
In this seminar, we delve into the intricate landscape of payment and delivery systems within the healthcare industry, shedding light on the dynamic interplay between fee-for-service (FFS) and managed care models. We provide a comprehensive exploration of the diverse range of payors for healthcare services, encompassing both public and private sectors. Public payors such as Medicare, Medicaid, Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), TRICARE, the Indian Health Service, and the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program are examined alongside private payors represented by commercial health plans catering to both individual and employer-based coverage. Attendees will gain insight into the multifaceted landscape of healthcare financing, empowering them to navigate the complexities of the industry with confidence and astuteness.

Tuesday, June 27th @ 1 PM ET
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Managed Care Contracting
In this seminar, we present an in-depth overview of managed care contract negotiations for providers, including key provisions and the impact of COVID-19. Attendees will learn about the different provisions typically found in a managed care contract, including those mandated by CMS regulations, innovative terms, and unique training requirements. The seminar emphasizes the importance of coordination with other departments, compliance, and risk management, and discuss the impact of Federal and State Laws on managed care contracting.

Thursday, May 25th @ 1 PM ET
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Physicians and Healthcare Workers Employment Agreements
In this seminar, we explain physician employment agreements, including their structure and terminology, compensation and benefits, compliance with laws and regulations, and types of insurance.  We discuss negotiation considerations and the importance of understanding the contract terms.  We also address the various methods of compensation, additional benefits, and compliance with regulations such as the Anti-Kickback Statute and False Claims Act.  Attendees will learn about the two primary types of insurance: claims-made and occurrence-based.

Wednesday, April 26th @ 3 PM ET
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Payment Audits
The United States has a unique hybrid, multi-payer healthcare system, made up of public payors, including federal, state, and local government agencies, and private payors, including commercial health plans and individuals. In this seminar, Eric addresses the fundamentals of healthcare payers and reimbursement, payment and delivery systems, public and private payers, and alternative payment models and options.  Laws and regulations related to payment audits and the payer auditing process are also discussed.

Tuesday, November 29th @ 1 PM ET
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