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- August 3, 2011
New Report on “Modernizing” Rural Healthcare
Read moreA recently released report by the UnitedHealth Center for Health & Reform Modernization examines the health needs of rural America and how well the healthcare system is able to respond. The paper looks at coverage, access, and quality in rural communities and also outlines recommendations for addressing issues including greater...
00 - August 2, 2011
Billing & Coding Workshop(s) & Webinar
Read moreSeptember 13th, 14th ,15th, & Live Webinar on the 20th, 2011 On October 1, 2013 ICD-10 will bring monumental changes to physicians and the healthcare industry. This seminar will help you understand the changes that are coming and how to get prepared NOW!!!!• HIPAA 5010 Transactions Version Update: What...
- August 2, 2011
Debt Ceiling Update
Read moreCongress and the White House reached a deal to raise the nation’s debt ceiling and avoid default. In addition to increasing the federal borrowing limit, the plan also included substantial deficit reduction measures. The agreement, which operates in two parts, would raise the debt ceiling by $900 billion immediately in...
- August 1, 2011
UPDATE: The Colorado Immunization Information System (CIIS) and Meaningful Use Attestation
Read moreThe Colorado Immunization Registry, CIIS, is going through a redevelopment and will be launching their new registry in July 2011. After the registry goes live, hospitals and clinics will be able to test the HL7 message feeds to them. There may be a bit of a wait for clinics...
- July 29, 2011
Defining Rural: Too Many Definitions Cause Problems
Read moreToo many federal definitions of “rural” make it hard for local officials to figure out what programs they qualify for, so Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack said he will ask the White House Rural Council and Congress to try to reduce the number. After a participant in the Council on...
- July 29, 2011
Operations Assistant Position at CRHC
Read moreThe Operations Assistant provides organizational support for human resources administration, contact database management, and administrative assistance for the Operations department in order to make certain CRHC meets its obligations to its members, Board of Directors and grantors. The Colorado Rural Health Center (CRHC) is a nonprofit organization that serves...
- July 28, 2011
Share Your Opinion About Buying Health Insurance in Colorado
Read moreHealth Insurance Exchanges are online marketplaces where consumers can shop and buy health insurance products in the independent and small business markets. Given the high number of ranchers, farmers and small business owners in rural areas, it is crucial the experiences and ideas of rural Coloradans are heard in...
- July 28, 2011
Health Insurance Exchange Focus Groups
Read moreHealth Insurance Exchanges are online marketplaces where consumers can shop and buy health insurance products in the independent and small business markets. Given the high number of ranchers, farmers and small business owners in rural areas, it is crucial the experiences and ideas of rural Coloradans are heard in...
- July 28, 2011
IOM Report on Improving Access to Oral Health Care
Read moreUnderserved communities and populations, including rural areas, experience significant access barriers in obtaining oral health care. The Institutes of Medicine (IOM) recently released a report “Improving Access to Oral Health Care for Vulnerable and Underserved Populations” that assesses the current oral healthcare system and recommends strategies for improving access...
- July 27, 2011
Colorado Health Benefit Exchange Board Holds Second Meeting
Read moreThe Colorado Health Benefit Exchange (COHBE) Board held their second meeting on Monday, July 25th. Much of the discussion centered around the Board’s operations. A summary of the key discussions is below: Work Groups – The members of the board will participate in the workgroups which best fit their...
