Medicare Chronic Care Revenue Guide for Orthopedics
Learn how orthopedic practices maximize Medicare revenue through APCM and chronic care management using AI-powered patient monitoring and automation.
Orthopedic practices often focus on procedural revenue, yet a significant portion of their Medicare panel suffers from chronic conditions like osteoarthritis and osteoporosis. Advanced Primary Care Management (APCM) and Chronic Care Management (CCM) offer stable monthly revenue streams. TileHealthcare's AI-driven solutions automate the 20-minute monthly check-ins and documentation required to c...
APCM & CCM Fundamentals for Orthopedics
4 questionsAdvanced Primary Care Management (APCM) allows orthopedic practices to bill for the ongoing management of patients with two or more chronic conditions, such as osteoarthritis and hypertension, providing a monthly per-member-per-month payment for non-face-to-face care coordination and monitoring.
While global periods cover immediate post-operative care, CCM and APCM focus on long-term management of chronic musculoskeletal issues and comorbidities after the surgical window closes, ensuring continuous patient support and recurring monthly revenue for the practice.
Yes, as long as the surgeon is managing the patient's chronic conditions and meeting the Medicare requirements for care planning and monthly time increments—usually 20 minutes—dedicated to that patient's care coordination, even if they are not the primary care provider.
Requirements include use of a certified EHR, a comprehensive care plan, 24/7 access to care for urgent needs, and at least 20 minutes of clinical staff time per month spent on non-face-to-face care activities for patients with two or more chronic conditions.
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