That’s right. You have six more days to avoid the 2013 eRx penalty. I know what you are thinking. Is he really going to bring this up again? I must admit I thought I was finished with the 2013 … [Read more...]
eRx Progress Report
Previously I have referenced Daniel Pink’s bestseller Drive. In his book, Pink suggests that classic carrot-and-stick incentive programs work well for menial tasks, but often create the wrong response … [Read more...]
Two Months Remain to Avoid the 2013 eRx Haircut
I have written so many times about the eRx penalty that many of you must be tired of hearing about it. If that’s the case, stop reading now and come back next week! Of course I am kidding as I have … [Read more...]
Penalties & Prospect Theory: When the Sting of Loss Trumps the Joy of Gain
Last week I mentioned the PQRS kick-off calls. At the beginning of those calls, Dr. Dan Green with CMS mentioned several anecdotes regarding the penalty phase of the eRx program. A common thread was … [Read more...]
eRx: Is It Worth the Pain?
I spend a lot of time talking to nephrologists about electronic health records. Some of these docs have used an EHR for over 15 years; others have been using paper charts for 30 years and are just … [Read more...]
2012 eRx Penalty: How to Avoid the Naughty List
As the first month of the New Year draws to a close, I thought I would remind everyone about a topic that for some has become a bit of a sore spot. 2012 represents the first year CMS will impose a … [Read more...]
CMS eRX Incentive Program: 2012 & Beyond
With great anticipation, the final rule for the 2012 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) arrived on November 2. Weighing in at 1,235 double-spaced pages, the PFS offers something for everyone. I do … [Read more...]
Trick or Treat: The 2012 eRx Payment Adjustment Feedback Report Is Here
With Halloween one week away, the deadline for submitting an eRx hardship exemption is just around the corner (November 1). I’ve blogged about this “adjustment” several times in the past. Most … [Read more...]
