Brace yourself for radical changes on the horizon for Stark II and the anti-markup rule. What you may think are good reimbursement opportunities may soon become reasons for the feds to knock on your door.
CMS is expected to publish another Stark II rule to address variable compensation formulas, fair market valuation, purchased diagnostic testing and interpretations, and equipment joint ventures. The agency also proposed restrictions on popular billing arrangements such as IDTFs, "pods," per-click compensation, and purchased test and interpretation deals -- and more radical changes are still on the horizon.
Overwhelmed? Want some guidance through these muddy waters to ensure your business ventures are in the clear? In plain English, this 3-disc CD Collection will explain where you stand under the latest implemented changes and the future changes yet to come.
For just $199 you’ll receive:
CD 1 - Stark II and Anti-Mark Up Rule: Where Are We?
New Stark II rules impacting service agreements, recruiting, and hospital-doctor deals.
Heads up: IDTF restrictions are now in place … here’s how to comply.
Warning: Your contracts could need immediate attention. Find out how to fix them.
Get the scoop on “unwinding” and other procedures to address problematic deals.
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CD 2 – Stark II Primer for Radiolog
The status of "pods" and freestanding IDTFs under self-referral rules.
Got teleradiology or other electronic imaging arrangements? See how Stark interprets these.
How to ensure proper pricing of tests and readings under "anti-markup" standards.
Whether equipment or facility radiology ventures are still viable.
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CD 3 - Stark II Revisited -- and Insight to What's Ahead
Major 2008 changes impacting fundamental exceptions such as in-office procedures and physician service contracts.
Why radiology, sleep medicine and other specialties are hit hardest by the changes.
The latest on professional component markup and IDTF rules.
Brace for ramped-up enforcement of Stark II. Here are the prime targets.
If you're stressed and feel like you're back to square one in your business arrangements, or are just flat-out confused about the new regs, then let this CD Package be your guide. Don’t miss your opportunity to get the latest on Stark II and ease your office’s pain.
Order today by calling 866-458-2965 and mention code ETCI9181!
Your Expert Speaker
Wayne J. Miller, Esq., is a founding partner of the Compliance Law Group, Los Angeles, a law firm focused on health care industry legal compliance for clients nationwide. Wayne has practiced healthcare business and regulatory law throughout his 25-year career. Miller has extensive experience in evaluating and addressing fair market value concerns as they relate to fraud and abuse and Stark law compliance. His firm represents a wide range of healthcare industry clients throughout the nation. Miller is a frequent speaker for The Coding Institute national teleconferences on healthcare reimbursement, transactional and regulatory issues.
