Jan
06
2008
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Welcome to 2008! It’s already been a busy time. If you have not already done so, make sure you evaluate your fee schedules. There are new CPT codes and new reimbursements in place or will be put in place shortly.
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Dec
10
2007
The storms and subsequent flooding that happened in our area last week, has been thinking about business disaster plans, and what can we do differently the next time we are affected…both at home and at the office.
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Oct
23
2007
I received a question from a woman who is an FNP and CNM in Oregon. She is no longer practicing as a CNM, but is opening an office as an FNP. However, she has run into a snag.
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Oct
23
2007
I received a call this evening from a fellow NP who is a practice owner here in WA. Her clinic is a combination of urgent care and primary care. She recently hired a couple of NP’s and has been working at getting them credentialed with insurance companies. Two of those applications have taken a new, and very backwards turn.
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Jul
06
2007
Applying to become a Medicare provider can be a daunting task! First you have to decide which application(s) you need and then work your way through the long application. Here are a few quick tips Continue Reading »
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Jun
27
2007
Here is another email question I received from an NP in New York State. I practiced only a short time in NY, Continue Reading »
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