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HealthArc: CMS ACCESS Advancing Scalable Chronic Care

Submitted by HealthArc on Tue, 12/30/2025 - 00:05

Chronic disease management has become the defining challenge of the U.S. healthcare system. More than six in ten Americans live with at least one chronic condition, and four in ten live with two or more. These patients account for the vast majority of healthcare spending, utilization, and clinician workload. Yet the dominant care model remains episodic, visit-driven, and reactive.

What Is Patient-Centered Care? Benefits, Key Principles, and Real-World Examples

Submitted by HealthArc on Sun, 12/28/2025 - 01:50

Patient-centered care is one of the most important ideas shaping how healthcare is delivered today. Patient-centered care puts the person, not the illness, at the center of every clinical interaction. This approach is a change from health systems that are moving away from episodic, provider-driven models.

Instead of saying, “What is wrong with this patient?” Patient-centered care asks, “What is most important to this patient?” This difference changes the way care is planned, given, and judged in a big way.

What Is Patient-Centered Care? Benefits, Key Principles, and Real-World Examples

Submitted by HealthArc on Sun, 12/28/2025 - 01:50

Patient-centered care is one of the most important ideas shaping how healthcare is delivered today. Patient-centered care puts the person, not the illness, at the center of every clinical interaction. This approach is a change from health systems that are moving away from episodic, provider-driven models.

Instead of saying, “What is wrong with this patient?” Patient-centered care asks, “What is most important to this patient?” This difference changes the way care is planned, given, and judged in a big way.

Medicare Coverage Gaps ACCESS Model Fills | HealthArc

Submitted by HealthArc on Fri, 12/26/2025 - 22:30

For a long time, Medicare payments have been based on the idea that care happens during visits to the doctor. Payment, documentation, and care delivery all relied on evaluation and management codes, procedures, and encounters. As Medicare moves toward continuous, outcome-based care, it will only work if the right operational foundation is in place. The ACCESS Model—Advancing Chronic Care with Effective, Scalable Solutions—was created to fill those gaps.

Engagement Beyond the Clinic: How Mobile Apps Increase Patient Adherence in RPM and RTM Programs

Submitted by HealthArc on Fri, 12/19/2025 - 22:35

Through the introduction of Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) and Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) into the healthcare system across the U.S., significant advancements have been made in remote care. The primary measurement used to evaluate the impact of RPM and RTM on patient care and treatment remains unchanged, i.e., patient adherence. Though several advancements in remote care management took place right from its inception to date, nothing impacts or will impact patient adherence in any way.

Your Neighborhood Destination for Quality Drink

Submitted by HealthArc on Fri, 12/19/2025 - 19:07

Seattle is home to exceptional beverage stores that cater to every taste. When you choose a nearby beer bottle shop near me, you gain access to unique brews that highlight both local craftsmanship and international flavors. A dependable liquor store in Seattle complements this with premium spirits and wines suitable for any occasion. Among the standout options, Sweet sparkling red wine remains a popular pick for its smooth, celebratory character. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a quiet evening, the right store offers convenience, variety, and quality under one roof.

How Beer Is Made: Step-by-Step Brewing Process Guide

Submitted by HealthArc on Thu, 12/18/2025 - 18:03

Beer may seem simple — water, malt, hops, and yeast — but the process that transforms these ingredients into your favorite pint is one of the oldest, most refined forms of food science in human history. Whether you're curious about how your hazy IPA gets its tropical aroma, how lagers become so crisp, or how stouts achieve rich chocolate notes, the answer lies in the brewing process. This complete guide explains every step of brewing in clear detail, from milling grain to fermentation to packaging.

G2211 CPT Code: Complete Description, Billing Guidelines & Reimbursement

Submitted by HealthArc on Wed, 12/17/2025 - 23:50

G2211 CPT code (technically HCPCS code G2211) describes the visit complexity that comes from managing a patient longitudinally, not just the time spent on a single visit. CMS created it so primary care and other longitudinal clinicians are paid more accurately when they serve as the continuing focal point for all or most of a patient’s health care needs.

2026 Medicare Annual Wellness Visit CPT Codes: G0402, G0438, G0439

Submitted by HealthArc on Thu, 12/11/2025 - 00:27

A Medicare Annual Wellness Visit is a Part B preventive benefit that helps clinicians identify health risks, update medical history, and create a personalized prevention plan for eligible patients. Unlike a traditional annual physical, the AWV emphasizes a structured health risk assessment, screening schedule, and counseling rather than a comprehensive physical exam. For practices, AWVs support value‑based care by closing gaps in preventive services, improving patient engagement, and generating reliable, recurring revenue when coded correctly.

Common RPM Pricing Models for Providers: A Profitability-Focused Guide

Submitted by HealthArc on Wed, 12/10/2025 - 00:59

Remote Patient Monitoring has shifted from an optional enhancement to a strategic, revenue-generating service line that can reshape how providers deliver care. As CMS reimbursement continues to support RPM through consistent monthly payments of $120–$200 per patient, the pricing model you choose becomes the single greatest determinant of your program’s profitability, scalability, and operational efficiency.

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