The Two-Midnight Rule: Navigating the Complexities and Achieving Compliance

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released additional guidance on the Two-Midnight rule that carries important implications for hospitals seeking to apply the rule correctly and consistently. In this episode of 1st Talk Compliance, host Kevin Chmura is joined by Stacy Pereira, Executive Director of Coding and Clinical Services in Panacea’s KA Consulting Division, to continue the discussion surrounding the Two-Midnight rule and the challenges it poses.

Delivering Innovative Solutions: A Conversation with Panacea’s Newest Division President

For over 40 years, KA Consulting Services has delivered unmatched revenue cycle solutions, helping hospitals and health systems nationwide enhance reimbursement, improve compliance, and streamline Medicaid eligibility. Known for its eligibility services, clinical coding and auditing services, and revenue integrity solutions, KA Consulting has earned a reputation for providing solutions that go the extra mile to obtain appropriate reimbursement and to improve compliance.

The Role of Compliance Programs in Mitigating False Claims Act Liability

The False Claims Act—alongside the Anti-Kickback Statute and Stark Law—represents one of the five core fraud, waste, and abuse laws identified by the HHS Office of the Inspector General. Out of the billions of dollars reclaimed through False Claims Act recoveries in 2023, the majority was attributed to the healthcare industry. This concerning trend highlights the importance of maintaining robust compliance programs and prioritizing education surrounding these regulations.

Navigating Private Equity in Healthcare

Private equity has become increasingly entrenched in the…

The Sky’s the Limit: How Price Transparency Can Empower Healthcare Providers

Grace Walsh speaks with Kevin Chmura, CEO at Panacea Healthcare…

The Importance of Defensible Pricing

Grace Walsh is joined by Govi Goyal, President of Panacea's…

2024 E/M Updates: What You Need to Know (Extended)

Grace Walsh is joined by Becky Jacobsen, Vice President of…

2024 E/M Updates: What You Need to Know

Grace Walsh is joined by Becky Jacobsen, Vice President of…

Mastering Defensible Pricing in the Era of Price Transparency

In this episode of 1st Talk Compliance, we dive into an increasingly…