OPPORTUNITIES VIA PROVIDER TRANSPARENCY. Thomas Grumley, Health Care Bluebook

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "OPPORTUNITIES VIA PROVIDER TRANSPARENCY. Thomas Grumley, Health Care Bluebook"

Transcription

1 OPPORTUNITIES VIA PROVIDER TRANSPARENCY Thomas Grumley, Health Care Bluebook

2 PROTECTING PATIENTS BY EXPOSING THE TRUTH & EMPOWERING CHOICE

3 Price Blindness

4 Knee MRI (no contrast) $2,466 $440

5 Deductible Amounts Have Increased: Up 50% Since 2009

6 80% of Non- Chronically Ill Individuals Never Reach Their Deductible

7 The Majority of YOUR Employees Pay 100% of Their Healthcare Costs from Their Own Pocket

8 69% of Americans Have Less Than $1,000 In Savings

9 #1 Reason For Personal Bankruptcy: Healthcare Expenses

10 Healthcare Bluebook Cures Price Blindness $2,466 $440

11 OBJECTIVE: UNCOVER THE DIRT

12 Economic Opportunity Analysis + + QUANTIFY Savings Opportunities VISUALIZE Price Variability Across Markets STRATEGIZE The Right Program and Incentives

13 QUANTIFY General Diagnostics Women s Health SHOPSMART SERVICES High Volume Non-Emergent Elective High Price Variance Bone & Joint CT Imaging X-Ray Imaging MRI Imaging Ultrasound IP/OP Surgery Procedures

14 ShopSmart Services account for 22% of Total Medical Spend ShopSmart Category Total Procedures Total Spend Opportunities to Save Potential Savings Savings Percent General Diagnostics 2,740 $6,956,275 1,777 $3,447, % OP Surgery and Procedures 465 $3,711, $1,808, % Women's Health 4,046 $3,671,774 2,770 $1,094, % Bone & Joint 416 $7,118, $2,515, % MRI Imaging 1,818 $3,434,988 1,193 $2,020, % CT Imaging 1,362 $2,664, $1,884, % US Imaging 3,996 $1,755,999 2,407 $886, % X-ray Imaging 8,564 $1,375,219 5,576 $895, % Labs (Top 30) 47,584 $2,363,156 34,746 $1,470, % Total 70,991 $33,051,296 50,041 $16,022, % 48% of the spend on ShopSmart services could be saved using lower-cost in-network providers.

15 Represents 11% savings

16 Anatomy of a Claim: Knee Arthroscopy Seattle, WA

17 General Diagnostics ShopSmart Total Procedures Total Spend Fair Price Opportunities to Save Potential Savings Savings Percent Colonoscopy (no biopsy) 422 $1,169,983 $1, $484, % Colonoscopy (with biopsy) 624 $2,029,612 $2, $833, % Cystoscopy 133 $188,279 $ $124, % Heart Perfusion Imaging 147 $434,662 $1, $261, % Sleep Study 286 $710,626 $1, $401, % Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE) 605 $664,838 $ $430, % Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE) (with doppler) 76 $130,069 $ $83, % Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (no biopsy) 82 $255,139 $1, $122, % Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (with biopsy) 365 $1,373,065 $2, $703, % Total 2,740 $6,956,275 1,777 $3,447,014 50%

18 Colonoscopy (With Biopsy) All Markets

19 Colonoscopy (With Biopsy) By Market

20 OP Surgery & Procedures ShopSmart Total Procedures Total Spend Fair Price Opportunities to Save Potential Savings Savings Percent Cataract Surgery 159 $879,932 $3, $405, % Cholecystectomy (laparoscopic) 68 $899,938 $7, $402, % Ear Tube Placement (Tympanostomy) 52 $285,014 $3, $140, % Hernia Repair (inguinal, umbilical, or ventral) 57 $510,545 $4, $258, % Lithotripsy 29 $339,934 $8, $151, % Nasal Septum Repair 22 $262,301 $4, $165, % Removal of Adenoids 16 $126,727 $4, $64, % Tonsillectomy 62 $407,068 $3, $219, % Total 465 $3,711, $1,808,006 49%

21 Cataract Surgery All Markets

22 Bone & Joint ShopSmart Total Procedures Total Spend Fair Price Opportunities to Save Potential Savings Savings Percent Anterior Cruciate Ligament Knee Surgery (ACL) 26 $442,134 $13, $158, % Back Surgery (Laminectomy) 40 $764,111 $14, $270, % Carpal Tunnel Surgery 53 $224,634 $3, $60, % Knee Arthroscopy 114 $951,805 $5, $422, % Rotator Cuff Repair (arthroscopic) 21 $334,501 $9, $148, % Shoulder Arthroscopy 60 $910,565 $9, $406, % Total Hip Replacement 39 $1,268,343 $27, $394, % Total Knee Replacement 63 $2,222,322 $28, $655, % Total 416 $7,118, $2,515,928 35%

23 Knee Arthroscopy All Markets

24 Knee Arthroscopy By Market

25 Spine MRI (no contrast) All Markets

26 Spine MRI (no contrast) By Market

27 WOULD YOU PAY $67.99 FOR A BURGER?

28 Healthcare Price Variance Report Green Bay, WI Procedure Low Price High Price Variance Abdominal Ultrasound $248 $ % Cataract Surgery $2,230 $16, % Chest CT (no contrast) $447 $2, % Colonoscopy (screening) $1,006 $7, % Ear Tube Placement (Tympanostomy) $2,255 $11, % Heart Perfusion Imaging $1,124 $5, % Knee Arthroscopy $3,554 $22, % Shoulder MRI (no contrast) $414 $3, % Sleep Study $1,023 $4, % Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (no biopsy) $920 $7, % Average Variance 607% Equivalent Variance in a Gallon of Gas $2.20 $ % * All healthcare procedure costs are derived from claims amounts after network discounts were applied

29 DON T RELY ON LUCK BLUEBOOK IT!

30 PRACTICAL

31 BLUEBOOK QUALITY RATINGS

32 The Quality Problem Gall Bladder Removal 49 th Percentile CARDIAC SURGERY 99 th Percentile Bone Marrow Transplant 8 th Percentile

33 The Quality Problem CARDIAC SURGERY (MAJOR) BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT Ranked 2 out of 1,163 Hospitals Nationwide Ranked 210 out of 225 Hospitals Nationwide

34 OUR STRATEGIC DIFFERENCE 26% 67% 100% 80% 1 Simple tt 60% 2 Practical PHYSICIAN 58% 33% 40% 3 Outcomes-Driven BASE YEAR 1 20% FACILITIES 0%

35 SIMPLICITY. WHAT WORKS 1 What do I need? 2 What should it cost? 3 Where should I go? PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL

36 It was eye-opening; to see the vast difference between providers for the same service and the same care was astonishing! - Bluebook Consumer Testimonial

37 PRICE BLINDNESS HURTS EVERYONE The cost of health illiteracy is up to $520 BILLION annually 4 out of 5 American s are ill-equipped to navigate our health system The Keckley Report January 16, 2017

38 ? WHAT CAN YOU DO NEXT?

39 Bluebook It! Text: MyBluebook To: Thomas

OUTPATIENT Surgery Estimates APPENDECTOMY-laparoscopic: $17, Open-none in 2018 in OPS setting OBS PTS (laparoscopic) $27,973.

OUTPATIENT Surgery Estimates APPENDECTOMY-laparoscopic: $17, Open-none in 2018 in OPS setting OBS PTS (laparoscopic) $27,973. OUTPATIENT Surgery Estimates 2019 APPENDECTOMY-laparoscopic: $17,852.53 Open-none in 2018 in OPS setting OBS PTS (laparoscopic) $27,973.96 BILATERAL TUBAL LIGATION Laparoscopic using clips: $17,193.28

More information

MyCare Advisor is our online suite of tools that assist Members in understanding and comparing cost, quality, and satisfaction among Providers.

MyCare Advisor is our online suite of tools that assist Members in understanding and comparing cost, quality, and satisfaction among Providers. January 2012 What is MyCare Advisor SM? Thinking about health care services in a different light is the first step to educating yourself on health care costs. Capital BlueCross is taking the second step

More information

High-Tech. High-Touch

High-Tech. High-Touch High-Touch Talented, experienced healthcare staff 100% unbiased and confidential Responsive, compassionate approach Go above and beyond to engage members High-Tech Team uses the latest technology to close

More information

F. F. Thompson Hospital Hospital Charges (Price Line Common Requested)

F. F. Thompson Hospital Hospital Charges (Price Line Common Requested) F. F. Thompson Hospital Hospital s (Price Line Common Requested) Contact the Price Line for Verification and Tests/Procedures Not Listed (585)396-6194 Lab Tests Venipuncture $8.00 Lipid Panel $60.00 BMP

More information

Contact the Price Line for Verification and Tests/Procedures Not Listed (585)

Contact the Price Line for Verification and Tests/Procedures Not Listed (585) F. F. Thompson Hospital Hospital s (Price Line Common Requested) Contact the Price Line for Verification and Tests/Procedures Not Listed (585)396-6194 Lab Tests Venipuncture $8.00 Lipid Panel $55.00 BMP

More information

Wooster Community Hospital

Wooster Community Hospital Wooster Community Hospital For more information call 1761 Beall Avenue, Wooster, OH 330.263.8158 Discounts Do Not Apply to Packaged s Below 25% discount if paid on the date of the hospital statement (approximately

More information

1 640 Normal Newborn, Birthweight 2500g+ $2,718 $1,658 $ Vaginal Delivery $6,410 $3,910 $2,244

1 640 Normal Newborn, Birthweight 2500g+ $2,718 $1,658 $ Vaginal Delivery $6,410 $3,910 $2,244 Fort HealthCare 611 East Sherman Avenue Fort Atkinson, WI 53538 920-568-5000 s for 75 Most Common Types of Hospitalizations in Wisconsin: April 2011 - March 2012 (Uncomplicated Cases Only) NR = No Cases

More information

SURGERY CENTER SUMMARY OF SERVICES AND AVERAGE PRICING

SURGERY CENTER SUMMARY OF SERVICES AND AVERAGE PRICING SURGERY CENTER SUMMARY OF SERVICES AND AVERAGE PRICING Prices Include the Following: Facility, Surgeon, Anesthesia, immediate pre- and post-op care & surgical supplies. Implants, when applicable, are excluded,

More information

1 640 Normal Newborn, Birthweight 2500g+ $3,032 $1,850 $1, Vaginal Delivery $6,350 $3,874 $2,223

1 640 Normal Newborn, Birthweight 2500g+ $3,032 $1,850 $1, Vaginal Delivery $6,350 $3,874 $2,223 Fort HealthCare 611 East Sherman Avenue Fort Atkinson, WI 53538 920-568-5000 s for 75 Most Common Types of Hospitalizations in Wisconsin: January 2012 - December 2012 (Uncomplicated Cases Only) NR = No

More information

Wooster. Community. Hospital. Far Ahead...Close to Home AWARD WINNING

Wooster. Community. Hospital. Far Ahead...Close to Home AWARD WINNING Wooster Community Hospital S E L F - PA Y PAC K AG E P R I C I N G Far Ahead...Close to Home AWARD WINNING H O S P I T A L Wooster Community Hospital Discounts Do Not Apply to Packaged Prices Below 25%

More information

Concord Hospital Cost of Care Estimates

Concord Hospital Cost of Care Estimates Hospital Departments Laboratory Services Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP)(80048) $88 N/A $88 $35 Blood draw (36415) $29 N/A $29 $12 Complete blood cell count (CBC)(85025) $88 N/A $88 $35 Comprehensive Metabolic

More information

Page 1 of 6 Fort HealthCare 611 East Sherman Avenue Fort Atkinson, WI 53538 920-568-5000 Print this report Rank Charges for 75 Most Common Types of Hospitalizations in Wisconsin: October 2011 - September

More information

Service Bundle 1 Appendectomy - Outpatient 2 Asthma 3 Back Pain - Lumbar Diskectomy 4 Back Pain - Lumbar Fusion 5 Back Pain - Lumbar Laminectomy 6

Service Bundle 1 Appendectomy - Outpatient 2 Asthma 3 Back Pain - Lumbar Diskectomy 4 Back Pain - Lumbar Fusion 5 Back Pain - Lumbar Laminectomy 6 1 Appendectomy - Outpatient 2 Asthma 3 Back Pain - Lumbar Diskectomy 4 Back Pain - Lumbar Fusion 5 Back Pain - Lumbar Laminectomy 6 Birth Control - Cut and Tie Tubes 7 Bladder Exam - Cystoscopy 8 Bunion

More information

Wooster Community Hospital

Wooster Community Hospital Package Pricing Wooster Community Hospital For more information call 1761 Beall Avenue, Wooster, OH 330.263.8158 Discounts Do Not Apply to Packaged s Below 25% discount if paid on the date of the hospital

More information

For the people of West Cork and surrounding areas. Information for patients and their families. Bantry Urgent Care Centre

For the people of West Cork and surrounding areas. Information for patients and their families. Bantry Urgent Care Centre Bantry Urgent Care Centre For the people of West Cork and surrounding areas Information for patients and their families The Bantry Urgent Care Centre is made up of a Local Injury Unit and a Medical Assessment

More information

Wooster Community Hospital Package Pricing

Wooster Community Hospital Package Pricing Wooster Community Hospital 2O18 Self- Pay Package Pricing AWARD WINNING H O S P I T A L Wooster Community Hospital Discounts Do Not Apply to Packaged Prices Below 25% discount if paid on the date of the

More information

1 640 Normal Newborn, Birthweight 2500g+ $3,741 $2,245 $ Vaginal Delivery $9,133 $5,480 $2,192

1 640 Normal Newborn, Birthweight 2500g+ $3,741 $2,245 $ Vaginal Delivery $9,133 $5,480 $2,192 Fort HealthCare 611 East Sherman Avenue Fort Atkinson, WI 53538 800-844-5575 s for 75 Most Common Hospitalizations in Wisconsin: October 2015 - September 2016 (Uncomplicated Cases Only) NR = No Cases Reported

More information

Room and Board - Per Day Charges

Room and Board - Per Day Charges At Augusta University Health System, we strive to provide the information you need to understand every aspect of your care. In keeping with this promise, AUHS is providing this price list for our services.

More information

2019 Self-Pay Package Pricing

2019 Self-Pay Package Pricing 2019 Self-Pay Package Pricing Wooster Community Hospital The package prices are discounted in exchange for prompt payment, the day of service. Discounts Do Not Apply to Packaged Prices Below 25% discount

More information

Wooster. Community. Hospital AWARD WINNING

Wooster. Community. Hospital AWARD WINNING Wooster Community Hospital S E L F - PA Y PAC K AG E P R I C I N G AWARD WINNING H O S P I T A L 1 pre (1 (2 (1 Wooster Community Hospital Discounts Do Not Apply to Packaged Prices Below 25% discount if

More information

Arthroscopy in sports medicine

Arthroscopy in sports medicine Arthroscopy in sports medicine DR PABITRA KUMAR SAHOO, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (PMR) Sports medicine is a special branch of rehab specialty which deals with training in anatomy, biomechanics, pathophysiology

More information

CATÁLOGO DE SERVICIOS DEL CENTRO

CATÁLOGO DE SERVICIOS DEL CENTRO 1. ANGIOLOGY AND VASCULAR SURGERY. Varicose veins. CHIVA-Technique: Minimally invasive surgical treatment carried out with local anaesthetic and without hospital stay, resulting in minimal work leave.

More information

New World Medical Tourism

New World Medical Tourism Ankle New World Medical Tourism Achilles Repair 7 2 $ 9,805 Brostrum Ligament Reconstruction 6 2 $ 8,850 Arthroscopy Ankle 3 0 $ 6,865 Bilateral Knee Arthroscopy 4 1 $ 8,725 Distal Clavicle Excision 4

More information

RADIOLOGY - X-RAY - COMPUTERIZED AXIAL TOMMOGRAPHY - MAGNETIC RESONENCE IMAGIN For the Time Period : 10/01/16 and 09/30/2017

RADIOLOGY - X-RAY - COMPUTERIZED AXIAL TOMMOGRAPHY - MAGNETIC RESONENCE IMAGIN For the Time Period : 10/01/16 and 09/30/2017 RADIOLOGY - X-RAY - COMPUTERIZED AXIAL TOMMOGRAPHY - MAGNETIC RESONENCE IMAGIN For the Time Period : 10/01/16 and 09/30/2017 IF YOU ARE COVERED BY HEALTH INSURANCE, YOU ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO CONSULT

More information

Appendix G Day Case and Short Stay Surgery Performance Monitoring. Reference Number: DDCN 2013 / 09

Appendix G Day Case and Short Stay Surgery Performance Monitoring. Reference Number: DDCN 2013 / 09 Data Dictionary Change Notice NHS Wales Informatics Service Data Standards Subject(s): Approval Status: Appendix G Day Case and Short Stay Surgery Performance Monitoring This DDCN was approved by the DSCN

More information

RADIOLOGY - X-RAY - COMPUTERIZED AXIAL TOMMOGRAPHY - MAGNETIC RESONENCE IMAGING For the Time Period : 10/01/16 and 09/30/2017

RADIOLOGY - X-RAY - COMPUTERIZED AXIAL TOMMOGRAPHY - MAGNETIC RESONENCE IMAGING For the Time Period : 10/01/16 and 09/30/2017 RADIOLOGY - X-RAY - COMPUTERIZED AXIAL TOMMOGRAPHY - MAGNETIC RESONENCE IMAGING For the Time Period : 10/01/16 and 09/30/2017 IF YOU ARE COVERED BY HEALTH INSURANCE, YOU ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO CONSULT

More information

Your Orthopaedic Experience: Bones, Muscles and Joints. Getting you back into motion

Your Orthopaedic Experience: Bones, Muscles and Joints. Getting you back into motion Your Orthopaedic Experience: Bones, Muscles and Joints Getting you back into motion Taking on your aches and pains You want to enjoy all life has to offer. And it s when you re mobile and active, and your

More information

Phillips Brayford Orthopaedics 48 Tunnel Rd, Suite 203 Pottsville PA Phone: Fax: PATIENT INFORMATION

Phillips Brayford Orthopaedics 48 Tunnel Rd, Suite 203 Pottsville PA Phone: Fax: PATIENT INFORMATION PATIENT INFORMATION Name: Date of Birth: Family Physician: Referring Physician: Height: Weight: Marital Status: Single Married Separated Widowed Divorced Employment Status: Employed Unemployed Disabled

More information

LABORATORY PROCEDURES IMAGING/RADIOLOGY PROCEDURES THERAPY GVH EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT PROCECURES

LABORATORY PROCEDURES IMAGING/RADIOLOGY PROCEDURES THERAPY GVH EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT PROCECURES PROCEDURE CHARGES / HOSPITAL may vary depending on circumstances. Prices subject to change. LABORATORY PROCEDURES Basic Metabolic Panel $112.00 80048 Comprehensive Metabolic Panel $140.00 80053 UA Micro

More information

Your Orthopaedic Experience: Bones, Muscles and Joints. Getting you back into motion. Hospitals + Health Checks + Physio + Gyms

Your Orthopaedic Experience: Bones, Muscles and Joints. Getting you back into motion. Hospitals + Health Checks + Physio + Gyms Your Orthopaedic Experience: Bones, Muscles and Joints. Getting you back into motion. Hospitals + Health Checks + Physio + Gyms Taking on your aches and pains. Getting you mobile your way. You want to

More information

Cover Comparison for AAMI Health Insurance Basic Hospital Plus

Cover Comparison for AAMI Health Insurance Basic Hospital Plus Cover Comparison for AAMI Health Insurance Basic Hospital Plus Summary of changes effective 1 April 2019 Product AAMI Health Insurance Basic Hospital Plus (previously AAMI Health Insurance Starter Hospital)

More information

Survey on incidence of surgical procedures and percentage of ambulatory surgery in 6 European countries

Survey on incidence of surgical procedures and percentage of ambulatory surgery in 6 European countries Survey on incidence of surgical procedures and percentage of ambulatory surgery in 6 European countries 2013 +++ Jost Brökelmann, Claus Toftgaard +++ Quelle: ambulatory surgery 2013; 19. 4: 116 120. Link

More information

Arteriovenostomy for renal dialysis 39.27, 39.42

Arteriovenostomy for renal dialysis 39.27, 39.42 Surgery categories NHSN Surgery codes (Reference: NHSN Operative Procedure Category Mappings to ICD-9-CM Codes, October 2010 www.cdc.gov/nhsn/pdfs/pscmanual/9pscssicurrent.pdf) Operative aortic aneurysm

More information

Patient Price Information List

Patient Price Information List In compliance with federal law, Bradford Regional Medical Center is providing this price list containing our room and board, inpatient service, emergency room, operating room, physical therapy and other

More information

LYME DISEASE ON THE NHS

LYME DISEASE ON THE NHS LYME DISEASE ON THE NHS CAUDWELL LYME DISEASE CHARITY PATIENT SURVEY RESULTS 2016 Q12: OPERATIONS HAVE YOU HAD ANY OPERATIONS IN THE LAST 12 MONTHS? 255 PEOPLE RESPONDED TO THIS QUESTION 1. Colonoscopy

More information

Kaiser Permanente 2015 Sample Fee List 1

Kaiser Permanente 2015 Sample Fee List 1 Kaiser Permanente 2015 Sample Fee List 1 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Knowing how much you can expect to pay for care and services can give you peace of mind. This Sample Fee List shows you estimated charges for

More information

WELSH INFORMATION GOVERNANCE & STANDARDS BOARD

WELSH INFORMATION GOVERNANCE & STANDARDS BOARD WELSH INFORMATION GOVERNANCE & STANDARDS BOARD DSC Notice: Date of Issue: 2 nd June 2010 Ministerial / Official Letter: EH/ML/041/09 Subject: NHS Wales Short Stay Surgery Basket of Procedures Sponsor:

More information

Welcome to White Rock Orthopaedic Surgery Centre

Welcome to White Rock Orthopaedic Surgery Centre White Rock Orthopaedic Surgery Excellence in Orthopaedic Surgery since 2008 Over 700 surgical cases (spring of 2013) Fully Accredited Class-1 Facility Expedient initial assessment Secure, online registration

More information

Having a Healthy Back is Just One of Your Benefits. Andy Weiler WellPath Program Supervisor

Having a Healthy Back is Just One of Your Benefits. Andy Weiler WellPath Program Supervisor Having a Healthy Back is Just One of Your Benefits Andy Weiler WellPath Program Supervisor Back pain and conditions are crazy common 8 of 10 of us will have a bout significant back pain. Medications Seek

More information

99202 Office visit new patient, problem expanded $ Smoking and tobacco use cessation counseling visit $37.30

99202 Office visit new patient, problem expanded $ Smoking and tobacco use cessation counseling visit $37.30 MILBRIDGE MEDICAL CENTER FAMILY PRACTICE 24 SCHOOL ST, MILBRIDGE ME 99202 Office visit new patient, problem expanded $140.90 99406 Smoking and tobacco use cessation counseling visit $37.30 99397 Preventive

More information

Assessing the Profitability of Orthopedics, Spine, and Pain Management in ASCs

Assessing the Profitability of Orthopedics, Spine, and Pain Management in ASCs Assessing the Profitability of Orthopedics, Spine, and Pain Management in ASCs Ambulatory Surgical Centers of America Luke M. Lambert, CEO Summary Know your profit detail. Variable and fixed costs. Case

More information

Table of Contents. Part I: Medical Tests for Healthy Living. Part II: Screening and Preventive Care Tests. Preface...xv

Table of Contents. Part I: Medical Tests for Healthy Living. Part II: Screening and Preventive Care Tests. Preface...xv Table of Contents Preface...xv Part I: Medical Tests for Healthy Living Chapter 1 Regular Health Exams Are Important... 3 Section 1.1 Healthy Men... 4 Section 1.2 Healthy Women... 9 Section 1.3 Five Minutes

More information

Kaiser Permanente 2013 Sample Fee List

Kaiser Permanente 2013 Sample Fee List Kaiser Permanente 2013 Sample Fee List Members in any deductible plan 1 can use this list to help estimate their charges. COLORADO As your partner in health, we want to help you manage your health care

More information

Understanding Your Costs and Coverage

Understanding Your Costs and Coverage Understanding Your Costs and Coverage Thank you for choosing UW. We know that understanding your healthcare costs can be a challenge we re here to help. Your healthcare costs depend on many factors such

More information

20 BON ESS 17 ENTIAL

20 BON ESS 17 ENTIAL 2017 This hospital plan offers rich hospital benefits with some value-added benefits. Unlimited cover up to 100% in hospital 27 PMB chronic conditions covered Network specialists paid in full in hospital

More information

Voluntary Benefits MetLife 61

Voluntary Benefits MetLife 61 Voluntary Benefits MetLife 61 NEW!!! Group Accident Insurance (Off-the-Job) Accident insurance can help provide you with a cushion to help cover expenses and living costs when you get hurt unexpectedly.

More information

WCB FEE SCHEDULE ALBERTA PHYSICIANS Effective April 1, 2017

WCB FEE SCHEDULE ALBERTA PHYSICIANS Effective April 1, 2017 WCB FEE SCHEDULE ALBERTA PHYSICIANS Effective April 1, 2017 Fee for Service Service fees based on Alberta Health s Schedule of Medical Benefits Reporting Fees General Practitioner Report Fees First report

More information

The Society for Patient Centered Orthopedics. Choosing Wisely List. James Rickert, MD 1

The Society for Patient Centered Orthopedics. Choosing Wisely List. James Rickert, MD 1 The Society for Patient Centered Orthopedics Choosing Wisely List James Rickert, MD 1 Extremities and Trauma Vertebroplasty Rotator Cuff Repair: For atraumatic (degenerative) tears in patients greater

More information

Room and Board Per Day Charges

Room and Board Per Day Charges In compliance with state law, Olean General Hospital is providing this price list containing our room and board, inpatient service, emergency room, operating room, physical therapy and other procedures.

More information

Factors Influencing the Growth in Treatments per Claim

Factors Influencing the Growth in Treatments per Claim NCCI RESEARCH BRIEF Fall 2008 by Tanya Restrepo and Harry Shuford Factors Influencing the Growth in Treatments per Claim It is widely recognized that in recent years workers compensation medical costs

More information

Kaiser Permanente 2012 Sample Fee List Members in any deductible plan 1 can use this list to help estimate their charges.

Kaiser Permanente 2012 Sample Fee List Members in any deductible plan 1 can use this list to help estimate their charges. Kaiser Permanente 2012 Sample Fee List Members in any deductible plan 1 can use this list to help estimate their charges. NORTHERN CALIFORNIA As your partner in health, we want to help you manage your

More information

Stem Cell Research 101:

Stem Cell Research 101: Stem Cell Research 101: The Consumer s Guide to Stem Cell Research and advanced Regenerative therapies Here is What YOu will learn in this free guide about stem Cells... The 2 Main Types Of Stem Cell Treatments

More information

Evidence-Based Postoperative Opioid Prescribing Guidelines

Evidence-Based Postoperative Opioid Prescribing Guidelines Evidence-Based Postoperative Opioid Prescribing Guidelines PA NSQIP Consortium October 18, 2018 Thomas Farley, MD, MPH Commissioner Philadelphia Department of Public Health Evidence-Based Postoperative

More information

What we THINK we know.

What we THINK we know. Panel Discussion: Data-Driven Results Impacting Best Practices In ASC Business Operations Becker s ASC Conference, October 2010 What we THINK we know. may not be what is REALITY. 2 ASC Performance: Areas

More information

Ohio s State Innovation Model: Using Episodes of Care to Impact the Opioid Crisis (and Other Public Health Priorities)

Ohio s State Innovation Model: Using Episodes of Care to Impact the Opioid Crisis (and Other Public Health Priorities) Ohio s State Innovation Model: Using Episodes of Care to Impact the Opioid Crisis (and Other Public Health Priorities) Greg Moody, Director Ohio Governor s Office of Health Transformation NASHP Preconference:

More information

ASPEN MEDICAL SURGERY REGINA

ASPEN MEDICAL SURGERY REGINA It is hereby certified that ASPEN MEDICAL SURGERY REGINA Has successfully completed an inspection as is required under the College s Bylaw 26.1 and is therefore approved as a Non Hospital Treatment Facility

More information

Old Procedure Name* New Procedure Name* Core* Comment* Standardize*

Old Procedure Name* New Procedure Name* Core* Comment* Standardize* _OTHER/unlisted (see comment) _OTHER/unlisted (see comment) X No change No ACL repair, arthroscopic ACL repair, arthroscopic X No change No ACLS protocol (CPR, Code Blue) ACLS A1 Renamed Yes Amniocentesis

More information

Overview. Day Surgery Performance. -Where to find it. Day Surgery is a pathway. Comparisons: Day Case Rates 17/11/15. Incremental improvements matter

Overview. Day Surgery Performance. -Where to find it. Day Surgery is a pathway. Comparisons: Day Case Rates 17/11/15. Incremental improvements matter Day Surgery Performance -Where to find it Overview Currently available data on Day Surgery Using data to improve performance Using data to drive innovation Mark Skues, Immediate Past President Editor in

More information

Surgery Center of Oklahoma Pricing Includes Surgeon, Anesthesia, and Facility

Surgery Center of Oklahoma Pricing Includes Surgeon, Anesthesia, and Facility Arthroscopy 29871 Knee (Arthroscopy) $3,740.00 29873 Knee with lateral release or microfracture (Arthroscopy) $4,510.00 29806 Shoulder (Arthroscopy) $5,720.00 29830 Elbow (Arthroscopy) $3,740.00 29840

More information

AdvaMed Medtech Value Assessment Framework in Practice

AdvaMed Medtech Value Assessment Framework in Practice AdvaMed Medtech Value Assessment Framework in Practice Application of the Medtech Value Assessment Framework to Rotation Medical s Bioinductive Implant Value Framework Overview In response to the growing

More information

20 HOSPITAL S 17 TANDARD

20 HOSPITAL S 17 TANDARD 2017 This hospital plan offers extensive hospital benefits with some value-added benefits. Unlimited cover up to 100% in hospital 27 PMB chronic conditions covered Network specialists paid in full in hospital

More information

Cover Comparison for AAMI Health Insurance Silver Everyday Hospital Plus

Cover Comparison for AAMI Health Insurance Silver Everyday Hospital Plus Cover Comparison for AAMI Health Insurance Silver Everyday Hospital Plus Summary of changes effective 1 April 2019 Product AAMI Health Insurance Silver Everyday Hospital Plus (previously AAMI Health Insurance

More information

Advantages of Point of Care Ultrasound over Traditional Imaging

Advantages of Point of Care Ultrasound over Traditional Imaging University of Vermont ScholarWorks @ UVM Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects College of Medicine 2018 Advantages of Point of Care Ultrasound over Traditional Imaging Khaled H. Al Tawil University

More information

Diagnostic Tests and Investigations: Monthly Data Submission Guidance. Version 5.1

Diagnostic Tests and Investigations: Monthly Data Submission Guidance. Version 5.1 Diagnostic Tests and Investigations: Monthly Data Submission Guidance Version 5.1 Document Control Version Version 5.1 Date Issued 2 August 211 Document purpose To provide guidance for completion of the

More information

ChondroMimetic Clinical Study Update. September 20, 2017

ChondroMimetic Clinical Study Update. September 20, 2017 ChondroMimetic Clinical Study Update September 20, 2017 ChondroMimetic Clinical Study Update Summary Original Study Single centre study to confirm the safety and early outcomes with ChondroMimetic in the

More information

Cover Comparison for AAMI Health Insurance Bronze Hospital Plus

Cover Comparison for AAMI Health Insurance Bronze Hospital Plus Cover Comparison for AAMI Health Insurance Bronze Hospital Plus Summary of changes effective 1 April 2019 Product Hospital Services Added Hospital Services Removed AAMI Health Insurance Bronze Hospital

More information

October Cover Story: Less invasive surgeries are benefiting patients

October Cover Story: Less invasive surgeries are benefiting patients October Cover Story: Less invasive surgeries are benefiting patients From trauma surgeries to liposuction, Backus Hospital offers state-of-the-art minimally invasive techniques throughout many disciplines.

More information

Health Care Cost Jeopardy. Kristie Robson, MD, MBA, FAAEM

Health Care Cost Jeopardy. Kristie Robson, MD, MBA, FAAEM Health Care Cost Jeopardy Kristie Robson, MD, MBA, FAAEM Objectives Expose providers to the cost of delivering Military Medicine from medications, labs, surgeries, clinic visit costs, and radiology studies.

More information

GENERAL Why is MVP Health Care (MVP) implementing an MSK Program focused on hip, knee, shoulder and spine surgeries?

GENERAL Why is MVP Health Care (MVP) implementing an MSK Program focused on hip, knee, shoulder and spine surgeries? Magellan Healthcare 1 Musculoskeletal Care Management (MSK) Program Hip, Knee, Shoulder & Spine Surgeries Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ s) For MVP Health Care Ordering Physicians Question GENERAL Why

More information

Top 10 Facts in Contrast Echocardiography. Pamela R. Burgess, BS, RDCS, RDMS, RVT, FASE

Top 10 Facts in Contrast Echocardiography. Pamela R. Burgess, BS, RDCS, RDMS, RVT, FASE Top 10 Facts in Contrast Echocardiography Pamela R. Burgess, BS, RDCS, RDMS, RVT, FASE Presenter Disclosure The following relationship exist related to this presentation: Pamela R. Burgess, BS, RDCS, RDMS,

More information

VIGILANT GROUP BENEFITS PROGRAM. BENEFIT PLANS AT A GLANCE This summary provides a brief overview of the Vigilant Group

VIGILANT GROUP BENEFITS PROGRAM. BENEFIT PLANS AT A GLANCE This summary provides a brief overview of the Vigilant Group VIGILANT GROUP BENEFITS PROGRAM VIGILANT GROUP BENEFITS PROGRAM BENEFIT PLANS AT A GLANCE This summary provides a brief BENEFIT PLANS AT A GLANCE overview of the Vigilant Group Benefits Trust plans This

More information

Musculoskeletal Management (MSK) Program Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ s) For Physicians

Musculoskeletal Management (MSK) Program Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ s) For Physicians Musculoskeletal Management (MSK) Program Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ s) For Physicians Question GENERAL Why does Harvard Pilgrim have an MSK Program? Answer The MSK program is designed to improve quality

More information

THE ADVANTAGES OF INTERMITTENT PNEUMATIC COMPRESSION AND CRYOTHERAPY TREATMENT FOR POST-OPERATIVE PATIENT CARE

THE ADVANTAGES OF INTERMITTENT PNEUMATIC COMPRESSION AND CRYOTHERAPY TREATMENT FOR POST-OPERATIVE PATIENT CARE THE ADVANTAGES OF INTERMITTENT PNEUMATIC COMPRESSION AND CRYOTHERAPY TREATMENT FOR POST-OPERATIVE PATIENT CARE WWW.GAMEREADY.COM 1.888.426.3732 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SURGERIES THAT BENEFIT FROM INTERMITTENT

More information

Hospital Charge Information List

Hospital Charge Information List Hospital Charge Information List To better inform our patients, Norton Healthcare has prepared the following price list of our charges for some of the more common reasons for a hospital visit. They include

More information

GENERAL Why did Tufts Health Plan implement a Spinal Conditions Management Program and why is it expanding to include joint surgeries?

GENERAL Why did Tufts Health Plan implement a Spinal Conditions Management Program and why is it expanding to include joint surgeries? National Imaging Associates, Inc. (NIA) Spinal Conditions Management Program and Joint Surgery Program Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ s) For Tufts Health Plan Ordering Physicians Question GENERAL Why

More information

Eastern Maine Medical Center Patient Price Information Effective October 1, 2017 September 30, 2018

Eastern Maine Medical Center Patient Price Information Effective October 1, 2017 September 30, 2018 Eastern Maine Medical Center Patient Price Information Effective October 1, 2017 September 30, 2018 To help our patients make informed health care decisions, Eastern Maine Medical Center has provided pricing

More information

Golden Plains Community Hospital

Golden Plains Community Hospital Prices The prices listed below are current for February 1, 2019 but are subject to change. Some prices listed are average prices for select services. If you would like an estimate for a service not listed

More information

North Carolina. North Carolina South Atlantic US Medicare

North Carolina. North Carolina South Atlantic US Medicare TM 1998 reimbursement rates for commonly used CPT codes North Carolina EPSDT - Preventive Medicine Services 99381 - New Patient, under 1 year $76.68 $57.40 $45.87 $88.09 99382 - New Patient, 1 through

More information

In office Diagnosis of Knee and Shoulder Conditions Using Mi Eye 2 Arthroscopy

In office Diagnosis of Knee and Shoulder Conditions Using Mi Eye 2 Arthroscopy In office Diagnosis of Knee and Shoulder Conditions Using Mi Eye 2 Arthroscopy Joshua A. Tuck, D.O., M.S. Orthopedic Surgeon / Sports Medicine Specialist LECOM Health Sports and Orthopedic Medicine LECOM

More information

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS for the CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS for the CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS for the 10/2013 CERTIFICATION BOARD FOR RADIOLOGY PRACTITIONER ASSISTANTS CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION Note: The competency requirements contained in this document will be in effect

More information

Golden Plains Community Hospital

Golden Plains Community Hospital Golden Plains Community Hospital Prices The prices listed below are current for January 1, 2019 but are subject to change. Some prices listed are average prices for select services. If you would like an

More information

NOACS/DOACS*: PERI-OPERATIVE MANAGEMENT

NOACS/DOACS*: PERI-OPERATIVE MANAGEMENT NOACS/DOACS*: PERI-OPERATIVE MANAGEMENT OBJECTIVE: To provide guidance for the peri-operative management of patients who are receiving a newer direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) and require an elective surgery/procedure.

More information

Key Trends for Ambulatory Surgery Centers in 2018

Key Trends for Ambulatory Surgery Centers in 2018 Key Trends for Ambulatory Surgery Centers in 2018 Don Phalen Vice President Business Development, Regent Surgical Health Mark Murphy Chief Strategy Officer, St Joseph s Hospital MOVING TOWARDS VALUE-BASED

More information

Medtronic International Ltd

Medtronic International Ltd This report will reflect on the Business Department of Student working for in terms of purpose, values and responsibilities to the company and the community in large. As well as, future standing of its

More information

Form C KNHSS Operative Procedure Categories Codes

Form C KNHSS Operative Procedure Categories Codes Form C KNHSS Operative Procedure Categories Codes NHSN Operative Procedure Category Mappings to ICD-9-CM Codes and CPT Codes CPT codes are to be used for outpatient surgery cases only. KNHSS Code NHSN

More information

Ain t No Mountain High Enough - Reaching the Quality/Value/Incentive Peak with MSQC

Ain t No Mountain High Enough - Reaching the Quality/Value/Incentive Peak with MSQC Ain t No Mountain High Enough - Reaching the Quality/Value/Incentive Peak with MSQC Are These Mutually Exclusive, Or Do They Just FEEL Like It? Providing High Quality Patient Care Earning a Living Meeting

More information

springer.com Medical Services

springer.com Medical Services ABCD Medical Services yet are quickly accessible from one central location. 7 Gain a competitive advantage 7 Facilitate product research and development 7 Raise return on investment Medical Services: Content

More information

Oregon CPT Preapproval Grid

Oregon CPT Preapproval Grid Not Applicable Home Health Stays - For all Initial Certification and Recertification periods Notes: Initial Certification review required effective 1/1/12. Not Applicable Skilled Nursing Facility Stays

More information

Bangkok Hospital Hua Hin P a r t n e r s h i p P r o g r a m

Bangkok Hospital Hua Hin P a r t n e r s h i p P r o g r a m Bangkok Hospital Hua Hin P a r t n e r s h i p P r o g r a m Health Benefits Program Campaign 1 : Health Checkup program Special rate Bangkok Hospital Hua Hin Annual Check-up program / Screening package

More information

GENERAL Why did Harvard Pilgrim implement an MSK program and why is it expanding to include hip, knee, shoulder and spine surgeries?

GENERAL Why did Harvard Pilgrim implement an MSK program and why is it expanding to include hip, knee, shoulder and spine surgeries? National Imaging Associates, Inc. (NIA) Musculoskeletal Care Management (MSK) Program Hip, Knee, Shoulder & Spine Surgeries Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ s) Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Ordering Physicians

More information

Quality Newsletter. Management of Osteoarthritis of the Hip - Appropriate Use Criteria Voting Panel. More Quality Links

Quality Newsletter. Management of Osteoarthritis of the Hip - Appropriate Use Criteria Voting Panel. More Quality Links Quality Newsletter 9400 West Higgins Road, Rosemont Illinois 60018 847.823.7186 www.aaos.org May 2017 Management of Osteoarthritis of the Hip - Appropriate Use Criteria Voting Panel The American Academy

More information

1. What is your chief complaint? Why are you seeking physical therapy treatment? 2. Explain how and when your injury/symptoms occurred:

1. What is your chief complaint? Why are you seeking physical therapy treatment? 2. Explain how and when your injury/symptoms occurred: Patient History Information Patient Name: Height: ft in. Weight: lbs. 1. What is your chief complaint? Why are you seeking physical therapy treatment? 2. Explain how and when your injury/symptoms occurred:

More information

Medicare: Debridement Services in the Shoulder

Medicare: Debridement Services in the Shoulder Medicare: Debridement Services in the Shoulder September 24, 2015 We attend courses and receive education from KZA consistently on orthopaedic coding. Our practice recently hired a new billing manager

More information

Quality Newsletter. OA Hip CPG Approved by BOD. More Quality Links

Quality Newsletter. OA Hip CPG Approved by BOD. More Quality Links Quality Newsletter 9400 West Higgins Road, Rosemont Illinois 60018 847.823.7186 www.aaos.org April 2017 OA Hip CPG Approved by BOD The Clinical Practice Guideline on Management of Osteoarthritis of the

More information

NCCI Policy Manual General Surgery. Christopher Chandler, MHA, MBA, CPC, CGSC Professional Coding Consultant Intermountain Healthcare

NCCI Policy Manual General Surgery. Christopher Chandler, MHA, MBA, CPC, CGSC Professional Coding Consultant Intermountain Healthcare NCCI Policy Manual General Surgery Christopher Chandler, MHA, MBA, CPC, CGSC Professional Coding Consultant Intermountain Healthcare What is the NCCI Manual? How Does It Help? Identifies Correct Coding

More information

Benefits and Harms of Routine Preoperative Testing: A Comparative Effectiveness Review

Benefits and Harms of Routine Preoperative Testing: A Comparative Effectiveness Review Benefits and Harms of Routine Preoperative Testing: A Comparative Effectiveness Review Brown Evidence- based Practice Center, Brown University School of Public Health Ethan M. Balk, MD, MPH Amy Earley,

More information

Setting The setting was a hospital. The economic study was carried out in Parma, Italy.

Setting The setting was a hospital. The economic study was carried out in Parma, Italy. Hernioplasty and simultaneous laparoscopic cholecystectomy: a prospective randomized study of open tension-free versus laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair Sarli L, Villa F, Marchesi F Record Status This

More information

Name: DOB: Sex: Male Female

Name: DOB: Sex: Male Female Today s Date: Name: DOB: Sex: Male Female What doctor are you seeing today? Referring Physician s name and phone number: Primary Care Physician s name: Primary Care Physician s Phone Number: Reason for

More information

The bright Future of Diagnostic Imaging. Paul Smit Senior Vice President Medical Systems

The bright Future of Diagnostic Imaging. Paul Smit Senior Vice President Medical Systems The bright Future of Diagnostic Imaging Paul Smit Senior Vice President Overview The role of Imaging in healthcare State of the art Philips position New developments 2 Role of imaging in healthcare Treatment

More information

Expert Consensus Decision Pathway on Peri- Procedural Management of Anticoagulation

Expert Consensus Decision Pathway on Peri- Procedural Management of Anticoagulation Expert Consensus Decision Pathway on Peri- Procedural Management of Anticoagulation John U Doherty, MD, FACC Anticoagulation Consortium Roundtable Heart House October 24, 2015 Peri-Procedural Management

More information