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When #influenza hits, we naturally see an uptick in #ambulance transports that are flu-related. Let’s review the impact of #fluseason with tips on how we can adequately document those transports on Patient Care Reports. This week in the QMC blog. >> bit.ly/2Htncpc

How will the latest gov't news items affect the EMS reimbursement picture? We look at the potential the #GovernmentShutdown and the recent court rulings on the #AffordableCareAct have on the #ambulance bottom line… in the latest edition of the QMC blog. bit.ly/2RrCPS9

We wish you joy and fulfillment for 2019. May the new year bring you many blessings. #HappyNewYear2019

From all of us here at Quick Med Claims… we wish you a very #HappyHoliday season and a peaceful and prosperous #NewYear!

#CMS has released the Ambulance Inflation Factor and the Public Use File containing the 2019 #ambulance payment amounts for the New Year. We break it all down in this week’s QMC blog… >> bit.ly/2ULLPA5

A new law in #Virginia further spotlights a growing backlash against balance billing in the #ambulance industry. Read about the law and the trend that is gaining momentum nationwide in this week’s QMC blog. >> bit.ly/2BJYV9F

Old man #winter got an early start this week in the greater northeastern United States. Time to look at documenting winter weather-related events in order to achieve maximum #reimbursement. It’s our topic this week in the Quick Med Claims blog… >> bit.ly/2RXO6WF

Two advocacy groups publicly disagreed over the method to meet the Congressional Cost Reporting mandate. What are the issues between the nation’s fire service leaders and the leading ambulance advocacy group? We explore this rift in this week’s QMC blog. > bit.ly/2OlHq2r

In one state, the #ambulance community is celebrating their second legislative victory this year. There’s a move toward reimbursing for services rendered even when not transporting the patient. We take a look at what’s happening this week in the QMC blog. bit.ly/2q1mJiP

#HurricaneFlorence devastated the Carolinas and parts of Virginia. In disaster emergencies, #EMS agencies are called upon to act now and think later. When the “later” comes, how can you seek reimbursement? We discuss this subject in this week’s QMC blog. bit.ly/2ObMZFK

Are you ready for some #football… injuries? Schools are back in session—so are college football and the NFL. For those of you who cover sporting events and their resulting #injuries, we offer some quick #documentation hints in this week’s blog. >> bit.ly/2OfbnCg

Please take a moment to pause and remember those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. We honor the EMS workers, first-responders and other brave men and women who sacrificed their lives to save others. #NeverForget

Pausing to celebrate the #American worker on this #LaborDayWeekend, we’re honoring the #Fire/#EMS first responders who may not have any downtime this holiday. Thank you! We see first-hand the difference you make. >> bit.ly/2wtFHCj

#CMS opened a window for the clinician to provide progress notes to help support the #billing of NEATs, templates. Why is a template good for our industry and what’s next? We take a look in this week’s QMC blog. >> bit.ly/2KXoB44

#OIG recently reported more than $8.6 million paid out improperly for non-emergency #ambulance transports across 4-year period. The overpayments: patients transported to non-covered destinations. What’s next? See the QMC Ambulance Billing Services blog. bit.ly/2AgYc10

Will you be the next headline? Or…is it time to find the help you need to remain in #compliance? We’ll help you answer those questions in this week’s QMC Ambulance Billing Services blog… >> bit.ly/2KWK5Db

This week in the QMC Ambulance Billing Services blog, we provide an update on legislation that will have a BIG impact on the #ambulance industry—both in select States and overall nationwide. Stay in the know! >> bit.ly/2tD2ZE2

Three States’ lawmakers have been busy considering legislation that will change the #EMS reimbursement picture significantly. Learn more about these legal initiatives in this week’s QMC Ambulance Billing Services blog. >> bit.ly/2xSjDo3

#MemorialDay2018 Today, we remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our #freedom. Your #courage and #dedication will never be forgotten.

This week is #EMSWeek2018. It’s all about ordinary people doing extraordinary things…and you are the people. Our thanks put into words in this week’s QMC Ambulance Billing Services blog… >> bit.ly/2IMnF6o