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Helping People Live Better Lives
It's what you do. But, unfortunately, if you're not on top of the daily demands of working with insurance payers and government entities, then it can be tougher than it needs to be. When you work in Durable or Home Medical Equipment, you need to know how to...
Auditing Your HME Process For Success
If you don't periodically investigate your efforts, then you run the risk of becoming inefficient. As a medical provider, that's a real problem; you're not just there for your patients, but you also need to navigate the small business world. For your average DME or...
Talk HME At MedTrade
When you work in a healthcare field, you need to know how to send in the right documentation. Unfortunately, for many providers, that's a tough task to do on their own. That's where we come in, and we've had the opportunity to help countless offices find a path toward...
Ready For Medicare Prior Authorization And Documentation?
Payers are beginning to use AI to immediately toss claims, and if you’re not documenting appropriately, it can come back to bite you. Physicians simply need to do more in 2026, and to do that, you need to know what’s expected of you. That’s why I am excited to be a...
An Efficient, Compliant Revenue Cycle
If you've only been paying attention to the numbers, then you are missing the point. Inversely, when you focus solely on your compliance needs, it's hard to actually do the work that you need to do. So, it's important to find the right balance that helps you to...
Artificial Intelligence And Insurance Payers
It's here. With all of the talk about the topic, it was inevitable that it would eventually affect your day-to-day, and artificial intelligence is playing a big role in the healthcare world, especially in claims and auditing. Private payers are quickly adopting AI...
Staying Compliant In 2026
It’s wild how quickly the last few months of the year can pass. Well, we are already at the end of November, which means that it’s almost time for the holidays; that can be a hectic time for any healthcare office. So, if you have questions about your practice...
Medicare DME Competitive Bidding: Going The Wrong Way?
Our government is always trying to root out fraud, waste, and abuse. At least, that’s what they tell us that they are intending to do, but unfortunately, some of their ideas actually wind up posing problems for providers/suppliers. Medicare DME competitive bidding is...
Creating A More Efficient Environment
You're a medical provider, but you are also a small business. For many offices, that can be a tough tightrope to walk, and it certainly is an important one. Without an efficient approach to your work, you could wind up letting payments slip through the cracks. And if...
Staying Ahead Of The Curve
The healthcare industry is always evolving, and that means constant changes for providers, patients, and even insurance companies. In order to root out fraud, waste, and abuse, payers have rules in place that keep everyone on the same path. Unfortunately, though, if...
Are You Prepared For 2026?
Things are changing, and as a healthcare professional, you need to be aware. There are some shifts on the horizon, especially for home medical equipment suppliers, who already have to navigate a complicated maze of regulations and rules. You want your patients to...
Review Your Process At MAMES
The HME landscape is tough for providers. There are just so many rules and regulations related to your industry, and when you don’t follow them as closely as possible, it could result in delayed repayment or worse. People rely on you to help them get access to the...
Due For A Compliance Review?
From time to time, it's necessary to take a look at your approach, and when you're in the medical field, this especially rings true. Not only do people depend on you for their treatment, but you also need to navigate the complex world of compliance. When things don't...
Having An HME Fall
Fall is a wonderful time of the year, and here in Texas, it's nice to at least know that the cooler weather is on its way. It's also a time for changes; along with the leaves, new ideas from CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) are in the pipeline, as...
Knowing Your Next Steps
In the medical arena, you need to know how to navigate some complex systems. And you also need to take the time to make sure that you can provide quality care to every one of your patients. But continuous changes to Medicare and Medicaid make it tough for any...
The Big Beautiful Bill’s Impact On HME
If you’ve been paying attention to the news over the last few weeks, then you know that Congress is currently working on our budget. The proposal, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, has sweeping implications for many industries, and so people are wondering...
DME Billing Can Be Complex
DME (Durable Medical Equipment) billing is an important part of patient care, helping people to have access to the tools they need to live happy, healthy lives. But the process of billing and collecting on DME products can be really tough to navigate on your own,...
Are You Growing Too Fast?
If your staff is having a hard time trying to keep up because of high demand, it's a great problem to have. It means that you are drawing in enough business to keep you more than busy, but it also can mean some serious logistical hurdles. You've poured your heart and...
Helping People Stay Safe
In the world of healthcare, other people's wellbeing is in your hands. That means that when you work in a physician's office, a therapy setting, or you help people to find their right Durable Medical Equipment (DME) solution, those in need rely on you to be effective,...
Don’t Let Mistakes Cost You
When you work in the healthcare field, you need to be correct all of the time. Unfortunately, doctors and surgeons are still human, which means that they can still make mistakes, and when it happens during care, lives are at risk. You also need to keep an eye on your...
Cut Waste, Not Corners
Your office is your everyday, and you take your job seriously. That's why you put so much effort into delivering quality care for your patients. But if you don't have all the tools at your disposal, optimizing your revenue cycle can be more difficult than it needs to...
Have A Guide Through The Scrutiny
Have you been contacted by an outside authority about your processes? Through the scrutiny of a government investigation or commercial payer audit, it's helpful to have someone on your side who understands these situations. Understandably, times like these can cause...
Accomplish More With Practice Management
Are you tired of trying to do it all on your own? Many providers are finding that it's more advantageous to hand over some of their paperwork, because with practice management, you're able to do more with your time. But not every company does it in the same way, so...
Optimize Your Revenue Cycle
An efficient practice is a happy office. Your margins really do depend on your ability to reach people in need of care and treat them within a reasonable amount of time. So, when you find that your team is spending too much time per patient, talk to a trusted name in...
Navigating The Maze Of A Government Investigation
In the healthcare industry, there are rules that need to be followed in order to root out fraud, waste, and abuse. Unfortunately, these can be complex, draconian, and sometimes pretty confusing. When you file something incorrectly or incompletely, private insurance...
When An Audit Arrives
While compliance may not seem like the most exciting thing in the world, it can help you avoid some hassle. You need to make sure that you’re doing things the right way, based on the coverage criteria policy for that payer. And if you accept government programs like...
File Claims Completely And Accurately
When you submit your claim paperwork to a private insurance payer or government agency, you need to be thorough. Claims won’t go through the front end edits of the system or payer if basic data is not correct. If you’re not, then these payer organizations might come...
Practice Management Services Help You Do More
As a medical healthcare professional, you work hard to help others around you. But do you have what you need to take care of your business needs? You probably did not get into your profession because you love the paperwork; so, if you're struggling, it can be helpful...
Enhance Your Revenue Cycle
Across the medical field, one thing remains the same: you want to be paid for your services. Unfortunately, when your revenue cycle needs some work, that could be tougher than it needs to be. Having a streamlined path for your patients is an essential part of doing...
Is Your Team Up To Date?
When you work with others, you need to do the right thing at all times. In the medical field, this is even more important, but many teams are left without the tools they need to do their job well. Compliance is an essential part of your team's daily operations;...
Exclusion Database Checks Are Vital To Compliance Success
Your patients deserve quality care, and that means ensuring that you are employing people with the right integrity. If you accept federal or state programs such as Medicare, Medicaid, or Tricare, then you need to perform monthly exclusion database checks to show that...
Compliance Mitigates Your Risk
When you work in healthcare, you need to be sure that you are doing things the right way. Not only do you need to care for your patients in an appropriate and helpful manner, but you need to navigate the complex world of billing and coding on a daily basis. Even...
Revenue Cycle Services Help You Know Your Direction
When you are a medical provider, whether you're a physician, dentist, or durable medical equipment (DME) there is more to your job than just your patients. Unfortunately, you also need to deal with other aspects of your profession, and that means billing and coding,...
Are You Leaving Money On The Table?
As a medical professional, you might be your own business, as well. When this happens, you need to be able to wear different hats at the same time. Unfortunately, this can pull you away from your patients, leaving you more focused on paperwork than on the job you were...
Stay Compliant With Billing And Coding
When you submit a claim, people notice. Particularly, those who are tasked with paying claims. Private insurance payors will want to know a little bit more about your services when things are not quite right. If your office accepts Medicaid, Medicare, or Tricare, then...
Lifting Your Load As A Provider
Do you struggle with the financial side of being a medical professional? For many in the industry, handing all of the daily ins and outs that are necessary can be tough, especially with the amount of energy that your patients require. If you are ready to explore your...
Submit Your Claims With Confidence
When you submit a claim, there are people who pay attention. Private insurance payors take a hard look at your information to make sure that things look correct, and you are not an outlier. If you accept patients involved in a government program such as Medicare,...
Timely Filing Makes A Real Difference
If you are struggling to keep up with all of the daily billing and coding tasks associated with your medical practice, we completely understand. In the world of durable medical equipment (DME), therapy, medical, dental, and across the healthcare spectrum, Revenue...
Stay On Top Of Your Finances With Revenue Cycle Services
Optimizing the financial and patient care aspects of your dental practice is crucial, and it begins with an effective revenue cycle. From scheduling the first appointment to the post-service billing, a seamless process is key to maintaining the health of both your...
Maintaining Strict Compliance Takes Knowledge
If your healthcare practice accepts a government payer program such as Medicare, Medicaid, or Tricare, it’s important to have a comprehensive compliance program. Without it, you risk non-compliance with the regulations set forth by the Office of Inspector General...
Compliance And Reimbursement Through Effective Documentation
When you work in the world of healthcare, you need to be accurate, and not only that, but you also need to be consistent in your accuracy. Coding and billing errors can lead to slower payment from insurance payers, and if they continue to occur, you might experience...
Billing And Coding Continuing Education That Engages
You and your staff need to know accurate and complete information about billing your payers. Insurance companies want to make sure that they are only paying for their responsibility, and if your coding is incorrect, it can lead to some questions. If your staff needs...
Stay Compliant And Optimize Your Efficiency
Do you accept Medicare, Medicaid, or Tricare? Then you need to take all necessary steps to ensure that you do it right. If you do not currently have a comprehensive compliance program in place, you could be out of compliance with OIG regulations. Our team works with...
Government Investigation On The Horizon?
The way you do business makes a difference. Not only do our patients pay attention, but when you accept payment from an outside payer, then you need to make sure that you are following all of their rules. Whether interacting with a private insurance company or a...
The Challenges of Outsourcing Your Billing
There are several potential risks associated with outsourcing your billing processes. One of the most significant concerns is the potential for data breaches and security breaches. When you entrust your sensitive financial information to a third-party provider, you...
Healthcare Operations Training – Plano, TX – November 12-13, 2013
Mark your calendar, this healthcare training will revolutionize your operations management processes and improve your collections and accountability. We have limited seating available for this intense training on managing the healthcare office environment more...
OIG Work Plan 2013: Medical Equipment and Supplies
There are several potential risks associated with outsourcing your billing processes. One of the most significant concerns is the potential for data breaches and security breaches. When you entrust your sensitive financial information to a third-party provider, you...
Accountable Care Expo in Dallas: Medical Auditing Solutions LLC August 1 2012
As many of you know the Patient Protection Accountable Care Act has a mandate requiring the implementation of cost containment managed care of patients, or Accountable Care Organization (ACO). Many have been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the US Supreme Court...
Webinar on What is a Compliance Program 101
Medical Auditing Solutions is providing a webinar in conjunction with The Cornerstone Insurance Group (Cornerstone) to discuss the Basic Compliance Program Requirements. We will learn what a compliance program is, what laws require it, the elements of a compliance...
AAOE: Developing Effective Elements of a Compliance Program Webinar
Angela Miller, CHC and President of Medical Auditing Solutions LCC will be discussing the reason you must have a compliance program, the deadline, and the elements of an effective compliance program. We will discuss how to make these elements effective. After the...
Physicians: Added Revenue for Assessments like Depression, ADD, BiPolar
Several months ago I met a representative from AssessMD. I have observed and asked many questions. AssessMD is a computer software that collects answers to questionnaires for assessments many physicians are doing manually now and not being reimbursed because the...
Humane Healing: 1 Fantastic Wound Care Product
We deal with human healthcare issues everyday, but I wanted to share information on a product I have found because I know many of my followers and friends have pets. We all know our animals play and get cuts and scrapes which can manifest into hard to heal wounds....
Is Your Credit Card Terminal PCI HIPAA Compliant?
World Pay is a company that I have come across that has some really good educational information for clients and perspective clients on Payment Care Industry or PCI Compliance. HIPAA extends to protect the financial information of clients. It is important that you...
Senate Finance Committee Seeks Feedback on Fighting Fraud & Abuse as They Look at ZPICs
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 2, 2012CONTACT: Julia Lawless/Antonia Ferrier (Hatch) (202) 224-4515Communications Office (Baucus) (202) 224-4515 HATCH, BAUCUS LEAD FINANCE COMMITTEE MEMBERS IN BIPARTISAN EFFORT TO COMBAT WASTE,...
Texas Dental Providers: Take Aways from HHSC Committee Meeting 3/20/12
I listened to the live Texas Senate Committee meeting regarding the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Charge 4 (dental & orthodontics) yesterday 3/20/12. Unfortunately, this Senate Committee is concerned about the amount of money paid for orthodontic...
Angela Miller Speaking at AAOE Conference New Orleans May 2012
We are delighted to announce the course being presented by Angela Miller, President of Medical Auditing Solutions LLC: Developing Elements for an Effective Compliance Program, has been approved for 1 CEU through AAPC for your LIVE presentation. AAPC provides...
Medicare PrePay Audit for Oxygen and CPAPs for all MACs
As I understand it, all Oxygen and CPAPs in all Medicare MAC regions are on prepayment status. This means you will be getting additional documentation or development request letters to provide documentation to support medical need prior to the claims being paid. ...
Training for Compliance & HIPAA Privacy and Security
Medical Auditing Solutions LLC launched the Compliance University in September 2011 and is please to announce that for 6 of the programs we have received Continuing Education Credits by Texas Occupational Therapist Association (TOTA) (15 hours) , Texas Board...
ZPIC Audits What We’ve Learned from 2011 and other Audit Risks Webinar
Edward Vishnevetsky, healthcare attorney with Munsch Hardt has asked Angela Miller to join him as a guest speaker during his presentation next Thursday, February 9, noon-1pm CST. Audits are inevitable at this point, so better be prepared and proactive for the audits...
OIG Work Plan 2012
I participated in a call on Thursday January 19, 2012, on the OIG Work Plan for 2012. Please reference the link for the full OIG Work Plan spelled out by provider type. Many items on the Work Plan never change but there were a few points I felt important to draw...
Competitive Bidding – Credit Report before January 30, 2012
For Round 2 of Competitive Bidding, your credit report must be dated prior to bid opening of January 30, 2012. The credit report cannot be more than 90 days old either. You may use Experian, Equifax, TransUnion, Standard & Poors or Dun & Bradstreet. Posted By...
PRESS RELEASE: KYMESA Announces Partnership with Medical Auditing Solutions LLC
Medical Auditing Solutions LLC (“MAS”) is excited to announce its partnership with Kentucky Medical Equipment Suppliers Association (“KYMESA”). KYMESA has selected MAS to be their preferred vendor for Healthcare Compliance, HIPAA, and Billing Analysis Programs....
Innovation & Cost Savings: Beacon by LabCorp
I recently attended a meeting and LabCorp Representative spoke about various services they offer. Toni Spain is very knowledgeable and passionate about patient care and provider the tools to the physicians to be more efficient, cost effective for the provider and...
Caring for a Baby-boomer? A New Panel to Discuss Topics to Help you through the Maze
As busy professionals, there are many roles we have signed up for, and some we have not. One of the roles many of us have assumed is as care taker of our parents. There is even a new term to describe our new role, the sandwich generation. On October 4th, D.R. Saur...
PRESS RELEASE: Compliance University Rollout
Medical Auditing Solutions LLC is excited to announce the release of our new service called “Compliance University.” The Compliance University focuses on the healthcare regulatory compliance annual training requirements for all employees. HIPAA requires annual...
Compliance Program Development Required by 2013
Have you started developing your compliance program yet? Do you have a compliance program that is incomplete or not as active as it should be? The Health Care Reform Act and the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act require a compliance program be implemented by...
Star 10R Training: Identify Dementia Signs Early & Even Prevent Dementia
We know the sacrifice that Caregivers make for their loved ones. Our organization looks for resources to help providers and caregivers care for your loved ones. We have met with AFFECTS a Texas based entity that is well known for Innovation, Creativity and...
Compliance Programs Required 3/25/2013
Well, we thought with Health Care Reform Act of 2010 that providers had 3 years from the signature date to have a plan implemented. With the final provisions of the Patient Protection Affordable Care Act, you have until 3/25/2013…less than 2 months to have a...
Speaking Engagements 2011
March 1, 2011California Association of Medical Providers & Suppliers Angela Miller speaking for Zirmed Financial Workout Webinar Series April 20, 2011 VGM’s Heartland Conference June 8 – 9, 2011 Texas Osteopathic Medical Association June 17, 2011 10am-noon...
Happy Holidays
Happy Holidays! May you be blessed with the riches of life. As we wind down the year, the holidays are a time to spend with friends and family sharing joy, laughter, and love. The holidays are also a time of reflection and gratitude. I want to thank each of you...
Medtrade Fall 2010 – Got Your KX? Get Cash $$
I will be speaking at Medtrade Fall 2010, November 18 at 8:30am-9:30am. Learn the misconceptions of filing with the KX Modifier. Also learn what you must have in your file for medical necessity documentation to submit a claim with the KX Modifier. With so many...
Medtrade-Atlanta Wants to Shake Your Hand
Medtrade will be here in just a few short weeks. I would like to meet the health care providers attending. I am taking appointments now. This is a tough time for health care providers and I would like to take the opportunity to shake your hand and pat you on the...
15 Minute Thoughts “Conflict of Interest” & “Role of Compliance Officer”
UPDATE: September 8, 2010 Conflict of Interest: Pay Attention or Write a Big Check – CANCELED There will be no live program this Wednesday. Reminder, Tune back on next Wednesday September 15, 2010 Compliance Officer: Who? What? …Really? We will discuss who...
HITECH Compliance & Implementation Tips Happy Hour
Starts: Wednesday October 27, 2010, 05:30PM CDT Ends: Wednesday October 27, 2010, 07:00PM CDT Event Type: Conference Location: BlackFinn4440 Beltline RdAddison, TX US Intended for: Physicians, Office Managers, Information Technology Managers, Privacy Officers, Health...
Date of Death Audits for DME & Inpatient Facilities
Beware, this is just one region that has published the date of death audit for DME and inpatient facilities such as rehab, hospital, LTC, SNF facilities. This audit is done periodically and most suppliers are hit with a few thousand to upwards of $20K in overpayment...
15 Minute Thoughts: NP and PA Visits: Can the non-physician provider be billed under the physician?
Reminder for our call TODAY Wednesday Program your Phone and Calendar: Date & Time: August 11, 2010, 8:30am-8:45am CST MAS Conference Call Dial-in#: 218-862-1300 Conference Code: 622911 MAS...
HIPAA Privacy Settlement – $1 Million
With all the new enforcement efforts for privacy violations, better read this and take note. If you are not sure you are HIPAA compliant MAS can provide security as well as chart and process assessment to help you. This article is so important, I couldn’t find the...
Your Duck is Dead
I seem to share bad and/or scary crazy news so thought I would share a laugh today. This is a cute joke that is clean and will make you laugh and you can share with patients. Your Duck is Dead A woman brought a very limp duck into a veterinary surgeon. As she laid her...
PECOS: Uncover the mystery! Extended 1/3/2011
**NEWS FLASH** Found at least one gov’t contract with an extension notice of Jan 3, 2011 posted! What is PECOS? Basically, this is an online 855 application process which is also linked to NPPES (NPI database). The official name is Medicare Provider Enrollment Chain...
Allergy Technician Position – Beaumont Texas
I have a ENT in southeast Texas (Golden Triangle) that is looking for an allergy technician. This office services patients from Orange, Beaumont, Lumberton, Port Arthur and surrounding towns. It is a solo practice that sees patients in the office. Person does need...
Office Manager Job
I have a ENT in southeast Texas (Golden Triangle) that is looking for an office manager. This office services patients from Orange, Beaumont, Lumberton, Port Arthur and surrounding towns. It is a solo practice that sees patients in the office and performs surgery....
Physician Fee Cut on Hold & 2.2% Increase for now
Docs Get Six-Month Reprieve; Industry Looking for Longer FixWASHINGTON—President Obama signed legislation Friday canceling a scheduled 21.2 percent pay cut for Medicare physicians and instead giving them a 2.2 percent increase. While it offers the docs some current...
Bankruptcy Attorneys & other Attorneys: What you need to know about Medical Receivables 7/14/2010
“15 MINUTE THOUGHT” ***REMINDER*** What you Need to Know about Medical Receivables MAS is pioneering an informational program that you can listen to over a cup of coffee while you organize your day or on your drive to work. The name of the program is “15 Minute...
Patient Visits: Changes, Increase Revenue, & Ordered Services
“15 MINUTE THOUGHT” New Patient Visit Requirements: Increase Your Revenue MAS is pioneering an informational program that you can listen to over a cup of coffee while you organize your day or on your drive to work. The name of the program is “15 Minute Thought”. ...
Numerous Physician, Physician Groups, and DME Revocations Coming
The American Health Lawyers listserv released yesterday, there are numerous revocations across physician, physician groups, and DME providers for failure to respond to 855 validation or update requests or the provider was not open or available during a sight visit. ...
“15 Minute Thought” Schedule – Free Informational Programs
“15 MINUTE THOUGHT” MAS is pioneering an informational program that you can listen to over a cup of coffee while you organize your day or on your drive to work. The name of the program is “15 Minute Thought”. These calls will be free and informative. Our focus is to...