The Compliance Guy

Summary In this episode, Sean discusses the complexities of compliance in healthcare with Dr. Muhammad Ali Rafai, who faced a criminal indictment for healthcare fraud. The conversation covers the emotional toll of the indictment, the audit process, trial preparation, expert testimonies, and the eventual acquittal. Dr. Rifai shares insights on the challenges faced by private physicians and the impo...

Summary In this episode, Sean and Terry discuss the critical importance of compliance in healthcare, focusing on the need for consequences for non-compliance, the implementation of financial penalties, and the role of documentation in ensuring patient safety. They emphasize the necessity of creating a culture of compliance within medical practices and the importance of having a living, breathing c...

Summary The conversation delves into the complexities of Medicare Advantage plans, highlighting concerns about their effectiveness and the implications of recent changes in coding. The panel discusses the challenges faced by patients under these plans, the deceptive marketing tactics used, and the potential shift towards remote patient monitoring as a solution for chronic condition management. The...

Summary Eric Rubenstein and Ron Chapman join The Compliance Guy to discuss the implications of a recent dismissal of a False Claims Act case based on the appointment clause. The guys explore the historical context of key tam cases, the role of relators, and the complexities surrounding the appointment clause. The conversation delves into the differences between dismissals with and without prejudic...

Summary In this episode, Sean and Terry discuss the intersection of sports and healthcare, particularly focusing on the implications of sports injuries on mental health. They delve into the nuances of preventative medicine visits, the complexities of evaluation and management services, and the importance of medical necessity in billing practices. The conversation highlights the challenges healthca...

Summary In this conversation, Sean and his guests discuss various pressing issues in healthcare, focusing on the implications of HIPAA violations, the challenges of patient privacy, and the recent controversies surrounding the Epic EMR system. They delve into the complexities of unauthorized access to patient information, the role of AI in healthcare compliance, and the legal ramifications of the...

Summary In this conversation, Sean and Nicole Thorn discuss the increasing challenges healthcare providers face regarding compliance, particularly in light of rising audit risks and overpayment demands. They explore the complexities of healthcare law, the role of attorneys in navigating disputes, and the importance of proactive compliance strategies. The discussion also touches on the impact of AI...

Summary In this episode, Sean and Terry discuss the current state of the healthcare industry, focusing on the business of medicine, the impact of external factors on healthcare operations, and the alarming rise in healthcare bankruptcies. They delve into the role of private equity in healthcare, the importance of compliance, and the need for healthcare organizations to prepare for future challenge...

Summary In this episode, Sean and David discuss the importance of compliance education in healthcare, highlighting the diverse educational sources available, particularly through the Practice Management Institute (PMI). They explore the various certifications offered by PMI, the significance of personalized education, and the impact of recent changes in healthcare, including the shift to value-bas...

Summary In this episode, Sean and Terry Fletcher discuss the complexities of prior authorization in healthcare, emphasizing its critical role in the reimbursement process. They explore the misconceptions surrounding prior authorization, the disconnect between healthcare providers and payers, and the challenges posed by Medicare Advantage plans. The conversation highlights the importance of complia...

Summary In this episode, the panel discusses the critical importance of honesty in healthcare compliance, the challenges posed by audits, and the responsibilities of providers in navigating vendor relationships. They explore the implications of using AI in clinical documentation, the escalation of compliance issues to law enforcement, and the risks associated with outsourcing, particularly in emer...

Summary In this conversation, Sean and Terry discuss the critical importance of conducting audits in healthcare practices, emphasizing the need for both internal and external reviews to ensure compliance and accuracy in coding and billing. They highlight real-world examples of practices that have suffered due to a lack of audits and the biases that can occur in internal reviews. The discussion als...

Summary In this episode, Sean and Terry discuss various topics related to healthcare compliance. They start by sharing their recent experiences, including Sean's trip to Alaska. Then, they dive into the theme of the episode, which is when things are as clear as mud in the healthcare community. They discuss the challenges of finding clear guidelines and regulations for certain situations, such...

Summary The conversation revolves around the topic of padding medical bills and the importance of clear communication with patients regarding their financial responsibilities. The speakers discuss instances where unnecessary charges are added to the bill, such as billing for lifestyle medicine codes during a visit for a finger fracture or adding charges for services that were not provided. They em...

In this episode, Sean and Terry discuss the recent incident where Sean accidentally went live with colorful language during a recording. They also dive into the proposed changes to the telehealth services and fee structure for 2025. Terry explains the challenges and limitations of telehealth services, especially when it comes to billing and coding. They highlight the importance of understanding th...

This is a controversial topic depending on which side of the yellow line you stand on... The question is does all work with a consultant require attorney client privilege... This is a great discussion for those of you looking to engage in coding and billing audits.

This was a great live show! Sean was joined by Terry, Christine, and Paul to discuss Medical Decision-Making for levels of EM service when Rx Management is involved. There was a lot to unpack in this episode so don't miss this one!

Terry and Sean take on the importance of words in the medical record. There is no slowing of the audit trend so providers better buckle up!

In this episode Terry and Sean take on what it means to flat-line with your coding and how to avoid unnecessary scrutiny!

This one is a head-scratcher for The Compliance Guy for so many reasons... Not going to give it away but this is a really good episode you are gonna want to catch!

We had a great program on Monday with Terry Fletcher CPC CEMC CCC CCS CCS-P CMC ACS-CA SCP-CA PACS QMPM Christine Hall Stephanie Allard, CPC, CEMA, RHIT Scott Kraft and John Paul Spencer and their take on some hard-hitting issues: 1. Practices wanting to use RNs or MAs to do post of visits after 90-global surgery 2. Medical necessity for E/M services and the fact that a face-to-face visit has occu...

Terry Fletcher CPC CEMC CCC CCS CCS-P CMC ACS-CA SCP-CA PACS QMPM and #TheComplianceGuy , addressed critical issues in the latest #TerryTuesday episode. In this episode, we delved into current events affecting our country, marking a significant departure from our usual content. Listeners can fast forward to the 15-minute mark for an insightful discussion on Untied Healthcare and Aetna's decisi...

Sean sat down with Dana McMahon, Chief Compliance Officer for Stryker to discuss all the great things she and her team are doing to ensure a culture of compliance and to lead Stryker into the future. Beyond that Dana is the Global President for Stryker Women's Network (see bio below)! This is one great discussion you do not want to miss! Bio Dana serves as Chief Compliance Officer for Stryker...

Terry and Sean sat down to discuss credentialing vs contracting. What are the main differences, how do you handle various aspects of each and the pitfalls to avoid.

The full panel was back this week taking on an array of topics impacting healthcare organizations across the country! Join Stephanie, Paul, Scott, Christine and Terry as they discuss and debate HCC Coding Issues, No Charging Physicians and others who refer to the practice and so much more...