Government & Policy
Hundreds of recommendations about deficiencies in security controls have been made, but many have yet to be implemented.
The high threshold for patient engagement in 2019 will probably be amended in future rulemakings, but one MU expert says it highlights the limited utility of patient portals.
Telehealth, infrastructure modernization and a cyber exec for HHS. They’re all on this year’s list.
Despite attempts to repeal and replace ACA, American Enterprise Institute scholar says value-based care is path forward.
While the agency finally showed signs of support for adding UDI to Medicare claims forms in 2016, a letter from CMS Administrator Seema Verma suggests that it may not happen.
Price’s resignation comes amid criticism about his use of taxpayer dollars for private jets while traveling around the country.
21st Century Cures Act is helping drive expansion in the cellular therapies, with the field valued at $25 billion.
The rule would increase the availability of mental health, specialty and general clinical care for all beneficiaries.
A voluntary certification program is already mandated by the 21st Century Cures Act.
Physicians transitioning to MIPS and hospitals going for meaningful use can avoid penalty.