Learn what the 2026 HIPAA updates mean for healthcare providers. Get ahead on Privacy Rule changes, Security Rule compliance, and key deadlines.
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Check out what’s happening with CHESS and the industry as more health care systems make the move to value. CHESS is committed to keeping our clients and colleagues up to date on the latest news in the new world of value-based health care.
Is Medicaid on the Brink of Change? How Provider Taxes and the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” Could Rewrite the Rules
Medicaid operates through a partnership between states and the federal government, with states required to fund a portion of Medicaid spending that the federal government then matches. To raise state dollars, nearly all states levy taxes on hospitals, nursing homes,…
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Healthcare Providers Face ACA Uncertainty Amid Government Shutdown
Uncertainty in Washington threatens to widen care gaps across North Carolina. As enhanced ACA subsidies hang in the balance, providers must step in to help patients navigate coverage and keep healthcare accessible for those who need it most.
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Medicare Advantage Risk Coding Under Scrutiny as CMS Tightens Standards
Medicare Advantage (MA) is facing one of its most significant regulatory pivots in years. At the center of this shift, there is a renewed focus on how risk adjustment is used to determine plan payments. Under the leadership of CMS…
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Medicare Prior Authorization: Balancing Patient Care and Administrative Burden
Prior authorization often delays care and burdens workflows. A dedicated pharmacy team can reduce strain and improve satisfaction.
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Understanding the New ICD-10 Code for Diabetes in Remission
As of October 1, 2025, providers can now document diabetes in remission using a new ICD-10 code, E11.A.
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