QMC EMS | Board & Collar

Join Ed Marasco, Vice President of Business Development, as he uses excerpts from the Godfather Movie Trilogy to reinforce the sound principles of EMS Leadership. This interesting Board & Collar Keynote Presentation provides a unique take on leading people and using key management elements that run parallel with this Oscar-winning drama from the 1970s.   Written by:  E. MarascoPresented by:  E. Marasco     

A number of years ago, CMS enacted the re-validation process for all ambulance providers.  This mandated requirement can be challenging and time-consuming if your organization does not adhere to the timelines and requirements that CMS has put forth.  This Board & Collar Keynote Presentation examines the need behind re-validation and provides some helpful tips when your organization begins to undertake this process. Written by:  C. HumphreyPresented by:  G. Harvat     

This edition of The QMC Board & Collar addresses the challenging and sometimes awkward subject of reimbursement for patients who have passed while in your care.  While none of us like to admit it, there are times when our best life-saving efforts are unable to change the course of life events.  We take a closer look at this scenario during this podcast. Written by:  C. HumphreyPresented by:  G. Harvat     

In this edition of The QMC Board & Collar Keynote Presentation, we explore the topic of utilizing drop-down menus verses the importance behind well-written narratives on your ePCR.  The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers mandate specified inclusions in all your charts.  This is ensure and verify the reasonableness and medical necessity of each patient transport we perform.   Written by:  C. HumphreyPresented by:  G. Harvat     

Summer is here and that probably means the doors to your station will be open for some much needed fresh air.  Good idea?  Make sure you listen to this edition of the QMC Board & Collar before you hit the "up" button on the door opener.  Written by:  C. HumphreyPresented by:  G. Harvat     

Remember those days in grade school when you had to concentrate and work so hard at coloring between the lines?  Remaining compliant with EMS billing rules and regulations is much like that - staying within the lines.  One of the best ways to get it right the first time is take a look at your organization in the mirror and learn to self-audit.  This Board & Collar presentation provides tips for managing and conducting the self-audit process. Written by:  C. HumphreyPresented by:  G. Harvat     

This Board & Collar podcast explores the ongoing challenge that confronts EMS professionals on every call - obtaining the patient's signature.  Obtaining valid signatures can be cumbersome and awkward at times leaving EMS providers and front office/billing staff sometimes at odds over this important matter.  The podcast provides tips and key information that will prove helpful to the listener. Written by:  C. HumphreyPresented by:  G. Harvat     

There are several key items that affect reimbursement for your ambulance service.  One of the key factors is payer mix.  Do you understand it and do you now how it has been changing since the inception of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).  We will explore this further on today's edition of The QMC Board & Collar. Written by:  C. HumphreyPresented by:  G. Harvat  

Today's Board & Collar Keynote Presentation discusses the pros and cons of routine/non-emergency transports. While offering this service may be a means of generating additional revenue for your organization, here can be pitfalls along the way where caution should be exercised.  We will explore three key questions you need to have answered before you enter the non-emergency transport arena. Written by:  C. HumphreyPresented by:  G. Harvat 

Today's presentation is about me...yes ME!  Not to sound overly self-centered, but I felt there was a good message here and one that I hope you will remember when interacting with all types of patients.  Believe it or not, patients are people too! Please, take a listen. Written by:  G. HarvatPresented by:  G. Harvat 

Throughout life's travel, there are many things which influence how we conduct our daily lives. Several years ago, I was reading a journal and stumbled across this article titled “Who Packs Your Parachute?”  I loved this article and have tried to remember it as I take on each new day.  I thought I would share it with you today on this edition of QMC’s Board and Collar Keynote Presentation. Written by:  UnknownPresented by:  G. Harvat  

This Board & Collar podcast explores the importance of compliance and how non-adherence to regulatory issues might negatively impact your organization.  While reimbursement for your services rendered is important, nothing in our EMS reimbursement world should be trump compliance.  All of us in the EMS industry need to take notice. If you are swimming in murky waters and ignoring compliance issues then be advised, their may be a hidden shark in those waters approaching. Written by:  C. HumphreyPresented by:  G. Harvat   

In this Board & Collar Keynote Presentation, Gary Harvat, Director of Client Services, provides an overview and key elements which comprise UPMC Health Plan's 2019 Treat/No Transport reimbursement policy. Gary reviews eligible subscribers along with reimbursement levels based on specific patient units. Written by:  G. HarvatPresented by:  G. Harvat   

This Board & Collar Keynote Presentation examines best practices for documenting all facets of a patient interaction. While sometimes cumbersome, good documentation is truly part of delivering high-quality patient care.  Sound practice helps to protect you if the care you render is ever called to question and also assists your billing company in processing claims efficiently for your organization. The presenter breaks down specific aspects of each call and relates important elements that should be included when completing a patient care report (PCR). Written by:  E. Marasco, G. Harvat, C. HumphreyPresented by:  G. Harvat