HIPAA scramble may delay Medicaid pay

Article Abstract:

Physician reimbursements from Medicaid may be delayed as state agencies attempt to ensure compliance with the new federal electronic transaction standards by the Oct 16, 2003, deadline.

Financial management, Management dynamics, Medicaid, Administration of Public Health Programs, Insurance agents, brokers, & service, Offices & clinics of medical doctors, Physicians & Surgeons, Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists), Claims Adjusters, Claims Adjusting, Management, Finance, Physicians, Medical professions, Company business management, Insurance claims adjustment, Claims adjustment (Insurance), Company financing

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Caution urged for small practices tempted to take HIPAA loophole

Article Abstract:

Compliance with the federal electronics transaction standards for Medicare claims is expected by Oct 16, 2003, for medical practices of a specific size.

Small Business, Medicine, Practice, Medical practice, Home based businesses, Medicare, Insurance claims processing software, SOHO

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Only 6 months until next HIPAA hurdle

Article Abstract:

Electronic transaction standards for medical records take effect on Oct 16, 2003, as part of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.

Medical records

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