This is the last Risk Matters article for 2023. Normally, the end of the year is a time for reflection, but in the Risk department we are always looking toward the future to anticipate issues that may adversely affect our policyholders. According to Forbes magazine*, the Top 5 Healthcare Trends in...
On November 2, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the final rule for the Medical Physician Fee Schedule (PFS). The PFS conversion factor for 2024 is $32.74, a 3.4% decrease from the 2023 conversion factor of $33.89. The overall payment rate will be reduced by 1.25% based on requir...
The use of website tracking technology, such as the Meta Pixel, in the healthcare industry continues to garner media attention. A prior Sentinel article in February 2023 provided information about the risk posed by website tracking technology, and a May 2023 article provided additional information on th...
Brandi North,[1] a 43-year-old stay-at-home mom, presented to a medical spa where she had received various cosmetic treatments over the last few years. The purpose of this particular visit was to discuss options that would help her achieve a smoother appearance of the fine lines on her chest and remove ...
