1 / 16 / 2023
As providers look for ways to document more efficiently, they are increasingly turning to technology-based shortcuts. Unfortunately, there are some pitfalls associated with relying on some electronic medical record (EMR)...
11 / 11 / 2022
With the implementation of the AMA (American Medical Association) E/M (Evaluation and Management) documentation guidelines for office and outpatient visits in 2021 (and the pending 2023 E/M guideline changes for...
10 / 21 / 2022
(Based on the July 7, 2022 Proposed Rule) Rate and Conversion Factors With the budget neutrality adjustments and the required statutory update to the conversion factor for CY 2023 of...
9 / 21 / 2022
Today’s vendor technology is no longer siloed into a specific classification. For example, an ALIF (anterior lumbar interbody fusion) device used to be just an ALIF. Today, that same ALIF...
9 / 21 / 2022
Today’s vendors now offer specific implant technology that can no longer be categorized into a single specific implant classification. For example, a cervical spacer used to be just a cervical...
9 / 8 / 2022
On Tuesday, August 30th, officials at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the latest financial and quality results for the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) performance year...
8 / 30 / 2022
Engaging surgeons to assist in contracting for their implants has long been a challenge for most hospitals. Historical feedback from surgeons ranges from “it’s not my problem” to “I’ll just...
8 / 25 / 2022
The Pinnacle Real Estate Group consists of a combination of professionals who use their extensive experience in both valuation and transaction services within the healthcare real estate industry to guide...
8 / 5 / 2022
Do you want to start an Accountable Care Organization but don’t know where to start or how to financially support the start? Contact Pinnacle for help with applying to the...
5 / 27 / 2022
Abstract – Paying for call coverage is not just tied to trauma centers – every type of hospital is now working to secure physician coverage after hours, weekends, and holidays. ...