Question 1

How does AI call handling integrate with NextGen EHR for CCM?

Accepted Answer

Our AI call handling solution captures every patient interaction and pushes clinical notes via API directly into NextGen EHR. This ensures that all non-face-to-face time is documented in the patient's chart, meeting the strict time-based requirements for CCM and APCM without manual data entry from your clinical staff.

Question 2

Can NextGen’s Population Health tools identify APCM-eligible patients?

Accepted Answer

Yes, by configuring custom registries within NextGen Population Health, you can filter for patients with multiple chronic conditions and specific risk scores. Our AI outreach platform then syncs with these registries to initiate automated check-ins, ensuring no eligible patient is missed for enrollment.

Question 3

What templates should be used for CCM documentation in NextGen?

Accepted Answer

We recommend using the standard NextGen Care Management templates but customizing the 'Care Plan' discrete data fields. Our AI integrates with these fields to populate call summaries and duration logs, providing a clear audit trail for CMS compliance during the billing cycle.

Question 4

How does the AI handle NextGen's specific encounter types?

Accepted Answer

The AI solution is configured to map automated patient interactions to specific encounter types within NextGen. This allows practices to differentiate between standard clinical visits and CCM/APCM-related coordination, maintaining a clean and organized patient history for better care continuity.

Question 5

How do I bill APCM codes through NextGen PM?

Accepted Answer

You must configure NextGen PM with the appropriate CPT/HCPCS codes and modifiers. Our AI automation tracks the cumulative minutes spent in care coordination each month and can trigger a pending charge in the NextGen PM module once the billing threshold for codes like G0511 is met.

Question 6

Does the AI track the 20-minute CCM threshold in NextGen?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the AI system logs every second of patient interaction, including automated outreach and inbound inquiries. This data is compiled into a monthly report that integrates with NextGen's billing module, ensuring you only bill for patients who have reached the 20-minute clinical threshold.

Question 7

How can we prevent CCM claim denials in NextGen?

Accepted Answer

Most denials occur due to missing patient consent or insufficient documentation. Our AI verifies and records verbal consent during the initial call, updating the 'Consent' status in NextGen PM via API before any CCM or APCM claims are generated, significantly reducing denial rates.

Question 8

What is the ROI of automating CCM for NextGen practices?

Accepted Answer

NextGen practices typically see a 40% increase in billable CCM minutes by capturing automated outreach that previously went undocumented. By reducing the manual labor of tracking time, the AI solution allows your staff to focus on high-risk patients while the system handles the documentation.

Question 9

How does the AI call center handle specialty populations?

Accepted Answer

Our AI is trained on specialty-specific terminology used in NextGen clinical templates, such as cardiology or oncology. This ensures that when the AI interacts with patients for CCM, the conversation is contextually accurate and relevant to their specific chronic disease burden.

Question 10

Is the AI integration HIPAA compliant for NextGen users?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. We utilize BAA-protected API endpoints and secure data transmission protocols to sync with NextGen. All patient data handled by the AI is encrypted and stored in compliance with CMS EHR mandates and HIPAA regulations to ensure maximum security.

Question 11

Can the AI schedule follow-ups directly in NextGen?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the AI can access provider availability through the NextGen scheduling API. If a patient expresses a clinical need during a CCM call, the AI can offer and book a follow-up appointment, which then appears instantly on the provider's schedule and in NextGen Mobile.

Question 12

How does the AI handle patient questions about their care plan?

Accepted Answer

The AI references the 'Care Plan' discrete data fields within the NextGen record to provide personalized answers. If a patient asks about their medication or next steps, the AI pulls the most recent data from the EHR to provide an accurate, helpful response in real-time.

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