Network links doctors, disabled job seekers

Article Abstract:

The Labor Department of Washington launched the Employee Referral Assistance Network, a free service that can help doctors find workers who are ready to go to work and are qualified for the position despite being physically disabled. Even though people with disabilities may fear losing their public health benefits if they enter the work force, the federal government has made efforts to ensure that these things do not happen.

Health Care and Social Assistance, HEALTH SERVICES, Public Health Care, Administration of Public Health Programs, Health Programs-Total Govt, Administration of Human Resource Programs, Health Programs, Care and treatment, Management, Health care industry, Disabled persons, Public health, Company business management

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Electronic filing rule could delay payments

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Federal electronic standards are about to face a etrain wreckE that could mean delayed reimbursement, and physicians should be prepared for the worst. Physician groups anticipate problems with implementation of the Health Insurance portability and Accountability Act requirement and are pushing for contingency plans.

Legal issues & crime, Government regulation (cont), Government regulation, Legal/Government Regulation, Medical Service and Health Insurance, Laws, regulations and rules

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CMS gives doctors more time to meet latest HIPAA rule

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The federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services are giving some time to meet HIPAA standards for electronic claims filing. Blue Cross and Blue Shield is doing the same.

Medical professions, Technology application, Medicare, Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association

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