Year: 2016

What is Telemedicine? Telemedicine are medical services provided via telephone, the Internet, or other communications networks or devices that do not involve direct, in-person patient contact.  How could you bill Telemedicine? Telemedicine is a hot topic in healthcare, with consumers more willing than ever to see a doctor remotely. The most…

When Health care providers performing multiple procedures during one episode can be tricky. Educating yourself is key to maximising reimbursements, not all insurance companies have the same policies when it comes to MPPR’s.  And although our team of experts at WWS know the ins and outs of how MPPR works, we want to…

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, or HIPAA, is a group of regulations that medical providers must follow to ensure that all patients’ charts, accounts and records are handled properly.Any company that deals with protected health information (PHI) must ensure that all the required physical, network, and process…

What is Physician Burnout? Physician Burnout is a long-term stress reaction characterised by depersonalise, including cynical or negative attitudes toward patients, emotional exhaustion, a feeling of decreased personal achievement and a lack of empathy for patients.. Burnout can have a significant impact on organisational productivity, morale, costs and the quality…