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Arthroplasty of a Toe
“In many cases requiring an arthroplasty of the proximal interphalangeal joint (PIPJ) 5th digit (especially when associated with a heloma molle), I often do an arthroplasty PIPJ, flexor lengthening and a partial syndactylization (advancing the webspace but differently than the description of Ruiz-Mora). I have always simply billed for an arthroplasty PIPJ 5th toe. Now I have been forced to pay attention to coding because of my EMR program. Should I have been billing this differently for all these years?”
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MIPS
MIPS Changes for 2025
MIPS consists of 4 components Quality Reporting, Promoting interoperability, Improvement Activities and Cost. Another way to participate in MIPS is through an MVP. When reporting traditional MIPS you can report on individual measure or you can report a MIPS Value Pathway (MVP). Each year CMS updates the MIPS program.
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FDA Recalls
HIPAA
What is a Security Risk Assessment?
A Security Risk Assessment (SRA) is a systematic process of identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks that could compromise the security of an organization, system, or asset. The purpose of an SRA is to ensure that security controls are in place and sufficient to protect against potential threats, vulnerabilities, and their associated impacts.
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HIPAA
What is a PBRA (Privacy & Breach Risk Assessment)
A Privacy and Breach Risk Assessment (PBRA) is a systematic process used by organizations to evaluate potential privacy risks and the likelihood and impact of data breaches associated with handling personal or sensitive information. It is typically conducted to ensure compliance with privacy laws, regulations, and organizational policies while minimizing risks to individuals whose data is collected, processed, or stored.
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FDA Recalls