Daniel Salus, MBA

🎧 Tune in to this episode of Medical Solutions' Staffing Unplugged series with Robert Crowe, EVP of Per Diem & Local Workforce Strategies at Medical Solutions and founder of Matchwell. Rob shares how Matchwell is revolutionizing healthcare staffing with flexible workforce solutions and innovative technology. Find out more on how embracing flexibility can prevent burnout, boost retention, and reshape healthcare systems. Don’t miss this insightful conversation: https://bit.ly/3uFB4Gs

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Internal Resource Pools offer a reservior of qualified nursing staff readily available to meet fluctuating staffing demands. Explore how IRPs can power smarter nursing staffing strategies in our recent blog. https://hubs.ly/Q02vCqCP0. #InternalResourcePools #HealthcareStaffing

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🚨 Important Update from CMS! 🚨 On July 31, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule (CMS-1802-F) that introduces significant updates to the FY 2027 Skilled Nursing Facility Quality Reporting Program (SNF QRP). Starting soon, SNFs will be required to collect and submit new assessment items in the Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) category via the Minimum Data Set (MDS): 🏠 Living Situation 🍽️ Food (2 items) 💡 Utilities Additionally, there will be modifications to the current Transportation item. These changes aim to enhance the quality and comprehensiveness of care data collected, ultimately improving resident outcomes. Stay informed and ensure your facility is ready for these new requirements! #CMS #HealthcareUpdate #SNFQRP #SDOH #MDS #SkilledNursing #QualityReporting #HealthcareCompliance

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Every fall, healthcare teams face double trouble:✌️A surge in patients and a shortage of staff. Explore the factors fueling this phenomenon and how to respond in our new infographic: https://hubs.li/Q02LBR020 #HealthcareStaffing #HealthcareStaffingAgency #Staffing

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Healthcare organizations have 3 musts to consider when hiring IT staff: ✅ Upgrading legacy systems ✅ Optimization of current platforms ✅ Ongoing support for technology platforms Find more healthcare technology staffing advice here: https://hubs.li/Q02J5M7n0 #HealthcareIT #HealthcareTechnology #HealthcareInnovation #EHR #HealthIT

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Vitally Important Ambulance Funding Expiring! Act NOW! The board of the American Ambulance Association urges you to contact your Members of Congress immediately to support the extension of the ambulance Medicare add-on payments. These temporary reimbursement increases under the Medicare ambulance fee schedule—2% for urban, 3% for rural, and 22.6% for super rural areas—are set to expire on December 31, 2024. Without renewal, EMS agencies nationwide will face significant financial challenges, threatening our lifesaving operations. We must alert elected officials to the extreme hardship the loss of these funds would present to EMS access in our communities. The Call to Action is pre-written and only requires a few clicks to deploy to your members of Congress! American Ambulance Association President Randy Strozyk and President-Elect Jamie Pafford-Gresham urge EMS professionals to contact Congress now in support of the extension of the vitally important ambulance Medicare add-on payments. These represent vitally important revenue for first responders across the nation. Use the AAA letter-writing tool to quickly and easily send a note to your Senators and Representative today! Complete Call to Action https://lnkd.in/ev6i3Jn3 Contact Congress today in support of key legislation that would shore up access to the add-ons: House Bill H.R. 1666: Introduced by Representatives Brad Wenstrup (R-OH), Terri Sewell (D-AL), Buddy Carter (R-GA), and Paul Tonko (D-NY), this bill aims to extend the current Medicare add-on payments at their existing levels for an additional three years. Senate Bill S. 1673, The Preserving Access to Ground Ambulance Medical Services Act of 2023: Introduced by Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Susan Collins (R-ME), Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), and Bill Cassidy, MD (R-LA), this bill not only seeks to extend the add-on payments for three more years but also proposes to increase the payment levels to better offset rising operational costs: Urban areas: from 2% to 3.4% Rural areas: from 3% to 4.3% Super rural areas: from 22.6% to 26.2% Without the extension in the House bill—and ideally, the proposed increases in the Senate version—many EMS agencies may be forced to cut services or close altogether, leaving communities vulnerable. Congress needs to hear from us NOW to ensure these provisions are included in upcoming legislation. Our collective outreach can help secure the resources necessary to keep our ambulances on the road and our communities safe. Contact Congress Today https://lnkd.in/ev6i3Jn3 Contact Congress today, then take a moment to share this request with your EMS colleagues via email, text, and social media. Now, more than ever, we must speak with one voice to safeguard the financial future of mobile healthcare.

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Finding the right fit takes a streamlined process. 🌟 From identifying staffing needs to comprehensive orientation and training, our step-by-step approach ensures we match qualified professionals with the best roles in healthcare. Your next great team member is just a process away. 💼👩‍⚕️ #MedicalStaffing #HealthcareHeroes #QualityCare

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Exclusive Update on Medicare Coverage Determination for Special Stains and IHC Stains by Palmetto and WPS Effective July 14, 2024, two Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs), Palmetto and WPS, have finalized their Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) concerning medical necessity guidelines for special stains and immunohistochemical (IHC) stains. These determinations, LCD L36805 (WPS) and LCD L35922 (Palmetto), provide clear and stringent criteria under which Medicare will cover these stains. Key Points of the LCDs: *Conditions for Coverage: 1.Medical Necessity: The special stains and IHC stains must be medically necessary to ensure a complete and accurate diagnosis is reported to the treating physician. 2.Communication and Utilization: The results of the stains must be communicated to and used by the treating physician in the patient's treatment plan. 3.Documentation: The pathologist must document in the pathology report the rationale for performing the additional stains. *Prohibitions and Requirements: -A statement in the pathology report that merely says "IHC confirms the diagnosis" will not be considered sufficient for coverage. -The necessity of the stains must be justified with specific documentation within the surgical pathology report, detailing why the stains were performed and the results obtained. *Specifics of the LCD L36805 (WPS): -This policy emphasizes that reflex templates or pre-orders for special stains and IHC stains before reviewing the routine hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) stain by the pathologist are not considered reasonable and necessary. -Only the pathologist may determine the need for special stains after reviewing the routine H&E stain. -Exceptions include recognized standards of care in certain biopsies and the suspicion of infectious diseases. *Specifics of the LCD L35922 (Palmetto): -Like WPS, Palmetto’s policy requires detailed documentation of the medical necessity for special stains or IHC studies and their results in the pathology report. -The policy delineates scenarios where over-utilization or incorrect billing of these stains may occur, such as the use of pre-orders for special stains without prior review of the H&E stain. Implications for Pathologists and Healthcare Providers These determinations highlight the critical role of pathologists in ensuring that the use of special stains and IHC stains is both necessary and properly documented. Healthcare providers must ensure compliance with these guidelines to secure Medicare coverage for these diagnostic tests. Proper documentation and communication with treating physicians are paramount to adhere to these new standards. For further details, you can review the complete LCDs on the CMS website using the following LCD IDs: L36805 and L35922. #Medicare #Healthcare #Pathology #MedicalNecessity #IHCStains #SpecialStains #Palmetto #WPS

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👥 Join the Conversation: Joint Commission Certification 🗣️ We're diving deep into why it matters for healthcare staffing agencies. 💼 Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments after reading our latest blog post. Let's discuss! 💬 https://buff.ly/4bEoQhC #JointCommission #HealthcareIndustry #QualityMatters

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Are you prepared for the upcoming healthcare staffing regulations in 2025? With stricter patient-to-nurse ratios and increased demand for specialized roles, hospitals face significant challenges ahead. Discover how flexible staffing solutions can help ensure compliance and maintain high-quality patient care. Read our latest blog to learn more about strategic staffing and how to navigate these changes effectively. https://lnkd.in/esEqCStA

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On our blog, read about how Lee Health implemented LeanTaaS's iQueue for Infusion Centers Patient Assignment tool, streamlining operations and significantly improving nurses’ job satisfaction and productivity 👉 https://bit.ly/4foOZCo #CancerCenters #OncologyNursing

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Whether you're new to #healthcare recruitment or an experienced 1099 #recruiter, Fulfil provides the resources and opportunities to elevate your career! Read our blog for ways you can maximize your earnings - link in comments. #HealthcareRecruiter #HealthcareRecruitment #Recruiting #RecruitingTips

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The 2025 ACDIS Pocket Guide offers the latest information CDI professionals need to know https://hubs.la/Q02WVFdd0 including: 🔎Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 guidelines 🔎AHA 2024 Coding Clinic guidance 🔎New provider tips from James Manz, MD, CCDS-O of Mayo Clinic 🔎Updated critical thinking tips, treatment protocols, and diagnostic criteria 🔎The latest updates related to social determinants of health 🔎The inclusion of 75+ conditions 🔎And more!

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DID YOU KNOW 🧐 💡 Over 80% of surgeries are now performed in an outpatient setting (1). ❔ Does your reimbursement model align with your case migration strategy when shifting cases from Inpatient to Hospital Outpatient to ASC? ⭐ Key Takeaway: When preparing for case migration, engage both your reimbursement and operations teams in the strategy process to determine which cases can and should move. If strategies are created in a silo, it can negatively impact financial performance and patient outcomes.     💡 Outpatient surgical volumes are projected to grow 18% by 2033 (2). ❔ As you prepare for this shift, do you have the operational and financial infrastructure to meet this demand by building assets that support patients receiving the RIGHT care at the RIGHT location? ⭐ Key Takeaway: Don’t let internal management or reporting models inadvertently disrupt your larger strategies. Having governance and incentive structures that prioritize system and market growth vs facility and department growth drives collaboration between all leaders. 💡 60% of ASCs are directly owned by Physicians who work there (1). ❔ How do you plan to partner with physician-owned ASCs in your market? ⭐ Key Takeaway: There is no one right way to partner with physicians. The value proposition each partner brings is as variable as the partnership itself. Take time to understand what each partner hopes to achieve and only enter agreements when there is alignment on the goals. Also, expect to compromise. When developing an outpatient strategy, having a clear vision 🔎 is a great starting place. HOWEVER, 🛑 executing that vision requires a specialized understanding of the REGULATORY, OPERATIONAL, and FINANCIAL 📋 differences between hospitals and ASCs. At LeftCoast Healthcare Advisors, our extensive operational and administrative experience in both hospitals and ASCs uniquely positions us to help health systems 🏥 successfully develop and implement an ambulatory vision that meets the needs of both patients and providers. 🤝 Works Cited (1)    ASC Data BH | Sales Group. (2024, March). ASC Industry Overview. Retrieved from ascdata.com: https://lnkd.in/gvBKG5pP (2)    Sg2. (2023). 2023 Impact of Change Forecast Highlights. Chicago: Sg2

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Discover practical tips to make prior authorization easier and reduce burdens for healthcare providers. Streamline the process now! Blog Link: https://lnkd.in/e9Vi5bGR #privatepractice #MD #meded #Medicare #EMR #BillingExperts

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https://lnkd.in/gDgwRM6A What Are the Common Pain Points in Revenue Cycle Management for Ambulatory Surgery Centers? Managing the financial operations of Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) presents unique challenges. From fluctuating patient volumes to complex insurance policies, ASCs face numerous obstacles in maintaining financial stability. Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) is a critical tool that helps ASCs overcome these challenges by streamlining operations, reducing denials, and ensuring compliance. Staffingly Inc. specializes in providing RCM solutions tailored to the needs of ASCs, helping them tackle these pain points efficiently. Here’s how effective RCM can address the common pain points faced by Ambulatory Surgery Centers. Key Benefits of RCM for Ambulatory Surgery Centers ASCs require robust financial strategies to handle high patient turnover, detailed billing requirements, and strict compliance demands. RCM provides a framework for tackling these challenges. Staffingly offers customized RCM solutions to address the specific needs of ASCs, ensuring operational efficiency and financial stability. Below are the primary ways RCM can help ASCs resolve their pain points. Key Takeaways Reduced Denials: Enhances claim accuracy and minimizes rejections. Improved Cash Flow: Ensures faster reimbursements and reduces revenue gaps. Streamlined Billing: Simplifies complex coding and documentation processes. Regulatory Compliance: Helps ASCs meet stringent healthcare standards. Actionable Insights: Provides analytics to identify inefficiencies and improve outcomes. Addressing Pain Points with RCM: Step-by-Step Solutions.... 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: https://lnkd.in/gDgwRM6A 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞, visit us🌐 https://www.staffingly.com 📧 [email protected] 📞 Call Toll Free: (800) 489-5877 📅 Book a Meeting: https://hie.li/meetdan

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