Amanda Trask, MBA, MHA

Presenter: Tricia Marriott, PA-C, MPAS, MJ Health Law

Summary: Ms. Marriott brought humor to a detailed #HospMed16 presentation on the rules of reimbursement and Medicare requirements for physician assistants (PAs) and nurse practitioners (NPs). The session was packed with information regarding the Medicare regulations relating to PAs and NPs, as well as information from state Medicaid programs and commercial payors. The presentation continued with focusing on myth busters and misperceptions about PAs and NPs. These topics were reviewed in depth:

• PAs and NPs have been recognized as providers by Medicare since 1998, as demonstrated by Medicare citations provided to the audience.
• Supervision/collaboration, as defined by Medicare requirements.
• Medicare payment policy: “incident to” vs. “split/shared visit,” reviewing unacceptable shared visit documentation and unintended consequences of fewer shared visits.

The discussion provided detailed insight into how to address the question, “What about the 15% reduced Medicare reimbursement for PAs and NPs?” An analytical approach to answering this question was provided as it relates to inpatient services, observation services, critical care services, and consultations. At the end of the talk, the audience was very engaged, and a lively Q&A ensued past the scheduled time. TH

Presenter: Tricia Marriott, PA-C, MPAS, MJ Health Law

Summary: Ms. Marriott brought humor to a detailed #HospMed16 presentation on the rules of reimbursement and Medicare requirements for physician assistants (PAs) and nurse practitioners (NPs). The session was packed with information regarding the Medicare regulations relating to PAs and NPs, as well as information from state Medicaid programs and commercial payors. The presentation continued with focusing on myth busters and misperceptions about PAs and NPs. These topics were reviewed in depth:

• PAs and NPs have been recognized as providers by Medicare since 1998, as demonstrated by Medicare citations provided to the audience.
• Supervision/collaboration, as defined by Medicare requirements.
• Medicare payment policy: “incident to” vs. “split/shared visit,” reviewing unacceptable shared visit documentation and unintended consequences of fewer shared visits.

The discussion provided detailed insight into how to address the question, “What about the 15% reduced Medicare reimbursement for PAs and NPs?” An analytical approach to answering this question was provided as it relates to inpatient services, observation services, critical care services, and consultations. At the end of the talk, the audience was very engaged, and a lively Q&A ensued past the scheduled time. TH

Presenter: Tricia Marriott, PA-C, MPAS, MJ Health Law

Summary: Ms. Marriott brought humor to a detailed #HospMed16 presentation on the rules of reimbursement and Medicare requirements for physician assistants (PAs) and nurse practitioners (NPs). The session was packed with information regarding the Medicare regulations relating to PAs and NPs, as well as information from state Medicaid programs and commercial payors. The presentation continued with focusing on myth busters and misperceptions about PAs and NPs. These topics were reviewed in depth:

• PAs and NPs have been recognized as providers by Medicare since 1998, as demonstrated by Medicare citations provided to the audience.
• Supervision/collaboration, as defined by Medicare requirements.
• Medicare payment policy: “incident to” vs. “split/shared visit,” reviewing unacceptable shared visit documentation and unintended consequences of fewer shared visits.

The discussion provided detailed insight into how to address the question, “What about the 15% reduced Medicare reimbursement for PAs and NPs?” An analytical approach to answering this question was provided as it relates to inpatient services, observation services, critical care services, and consultations. At the end of the talk, the audience was very engaged, and a lively Q&A ensued past the scheduled time. TH

HM16 Presenters: Dr. Scott Rissmiller, Dr. Steve Deitelzweig, Dr. Jerome Siy, Dr. Thomas Mcllraith, and Dr. Michael Reitz

Summary: This session at #HospMed16 explored lessons learned from five hospitalist leaders across the country about improving hospitalist practice through enhancing hospitalist engagement, group communication, and leadership development. It was proposed that the “new” value equation is [Engagement * (quality/cost)] = Value. Engagement is the multiplier of value. The speakers highlighted the following:

Build a Plan : Approach engagement like any other business plan with metrics, accountability, and “S.M.A.R.T." goals.

Build Trust: Visibility breeds credibility. Credibility breeds Trust. Trust encourages Engagement.

Build Transparency: Keep communication simple and be sure that it’s helpful information.

Build Leaders: All hospitalists are leaders. Strong leadership skills promote effective communication across the system. Nurture leadership skills for the right level of leadership, to find the right seat on the bus.

Build Celebrations: Celebrate successes, and learn from failure. TH

HM16 Presenters: Dr. Scott Rissmiller, Dr. Steve Deitelzweig, Dr. Jerome Siy, Dr. Thomas Mcllraith, and Dr. Michael Reitz

Summary: This session at #HospMed16 explored lessons learned from five hospitalist leaders across the country about improving hospitalist practice through enhancing hospitalist engagement, group communication, and leadership development. It was proposed that the “new” value equation is [Engagement * (quality/cost)] = Value. Engagement is the multiplier of value. The speakers highlighted the following:

Build a Plan : Approach engagement like any other business plan with metrics, accountability, and “S.M.A.R.T." goals.

Build Trust: Visibility breeds credibility. Credibility breeds Trust. Trust encourages Engagement.

Build Transparency: Keep communication simple and be sure that it’s helpful information.

Build Leaders: All hospitalists are leaders. Strong leadership skills promote effective communication across the system. Nurture leadership skills for the right level of leadership, to find the right seat on the bus.

Build Celebrations: Celebrate successes, and learn from failure. TH

HM16 Presenters: Dr. Scott Rissmiller, Dr. Steve Deitelzweig, Dr. Jerome Siy, Dr. Thomas Mcllraith, and Dr. Michael Reitz

Summary: This session at #HospMed16 explored lessons learned from five hospitalist leaders across the country about improving hospitalist practice through enhancing hospitalist engagement, group communication, and leadership development. It was proposed that the “new” value equation is [Engagement * (quality/cost)] = Value. Engagement is the multiplier of value. The speakers highlighted the following:

Build a Plan : Approach engagement like any other business plan with metrics, accountability, and “S.M.A.R.T." goals.

Build Trust: Visibility breeds credibility. Credibility breeds Trust. Trust encourages Engagement.

Build Transparency: Keep communication simple and be sure that it’s helpful information.

Build Leaders: All hospitalists are leaders. Strong leadership skills promote effective communication across the system. Nurture leadership skills for the right level of leadership, to find the right seat on the bus.

Build Celebrations: Celebrate successes, and learn from failure. TH