BANKRUPTCY BASICS   August 15, 2024  Laura Watkins FACMPE, CPC

SVMIC Senior Medical Practice Consultant   

When a patient files bankruptcy, the medical practice must take the proper steps to correctly manage the patient’s account. This presentation focuses on the basics of bankruptcy and reviews the processes and requirements of the medical practice.

Date:              August 15

Time:               12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.     

Location:        Online only. Link will be emailed to registrant 1 day prior.

**This course is open only to participating MetroCare Physicians members and their staff. 1 hour CEUs will be available.

Contact Person: Donna Pendergrass   This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

DEALING WITH DIFFICULT PATIENTS   September 12, 2024  Rana McSpadden FACMPE, CPC SVMIC Medical Practice Consultant

This program outlines the classic types of difficult patients, the warning signs for each and the reasons behind the behavior. Tips for managing each patient type will be offered. Included are suggestions for managing threatening patients, complaints and developing a patient centered practice.

Date:              September 12

Time:               12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.     

Location:        Online only. Link will be emailed to registrant 1 day prior.

**This course is open only to participating MetroCare Physicians members and their staff. 1 hour CEUs will be available.

Contact Person: Donna Pendergrass   This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

SUPERVISING AND BILLING FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE PRACTITIONERS: AVOIDING A BILLING NIGHTMARE  October 10, 2024  Jackie Boswell MBA, FACMPE  SVMIC Assistant VP

This presentation discusses state level supervision requirements and Medicare “incident to” billing, as well as billing and credentialing with commercial payers.

Date:              October 10

Time:               12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.     

Location:        Online only. Link will be emailed to registrant 1 day prior.

**This course is open only to participating MetroCare Physicians members and their staff. 1 hour CEUs will be available.

Contact Person: Donna Pendergrass   This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

TELEMEDICINE   November 7, 2024  Michael Cash  MHSA, FACMPE SVMIC

Sr. Medical Practice Consultant

Telemedicine services are gaining popularity as consumers demand more affordable, accessible care. This presentation explores the types of telemedicine, application in the medical practice, and reimbursement considerations. This session helps participants recognize the potential benefits and challenges of implementing telemedicine in their practice.

Date:              November 7

Time:               12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.     

Location:        Online only. Link will be emailed to registrant 1 day prior.

**This course is open only to participating MetroCare Physicians members and their staff. 1 hour CEUs will be available.

Contact Person: Donna Pendergrass   This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.