Due to its prevalence and increased risk as individuals age, CMS has included “Breast Cancer Screening” as a quality measure.
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News & Events
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.
Patient Education Tools: Zone Tools
Zone Tools are one-page reference tools used to assist patients in managing common health conditions at home.
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Why I Practice Value-based Care in a Rural Health Community
When I graduated from residency as a family practice provider, I began my career in a rural health practice. I was not prepared for the depth and kindness of the patients and their families, the multiple generations that I would…
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Coding Corner: Risk Adjustment & HCC
Risk Adjustment (RA) is a payment methodology that was mandated by the Balance Budget Act of 1997 (BBA).
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Closing the Quality Gap: High Cholesterol
High cholesterol is a sneaky and silent health concern that raises the risk for serious conditions.
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Patient Education Tools: Chunk and Check Technique
Chunk and check means giving large amounts of information in smaller bits, promoting understanding and recall.
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