When a physician makes the decision to close a medical practice, there are procedures and responsibilities that must be carried out to allow time for...

Here we are again … in the crosshairs of QPP! Here are a few important key items to remember before we get too far into 2021.

We offer insights into the Medical Review Panel process in Louisiana.

We've compiled a few highlights from the Final Rule and the CCA and a few things to keep an eye on in 2021.

So far in 2021, we have new CPT codes, new COVID-19 information, new ICD-10 codes and much more!

On December 9, 2020, the LAMMICO Board of Directors declared a 2.5% dividend, marking the 14th consecutive dividend since 2008.

A practitioner engaged in telemedicine across state lines should consult the State Board of the patient’s location (also called the originating site)...

Because of the rapidly evolving nature the current pandemic and the vaccination options that healthcare providers may have to address, we wanted to pr...

As we pause this week to celebrate Thanksgiving, LAMMICO wishes to express our gratitude for each of our nearly 8,000 member-owners.

One of the frustrations that many providers have with the proposed Rule is the policy requiring budget neutrality.

For 2020, CMS has declared all 64 parishes in Louisiana to be a CMS-designated region affected by an Extreme and Uncontrollable event - Hurricane Laur...

LAMMICO and Medical Interactive Community L.L.C. have co-authored a research study that examines the “Effect of individualized learning plans on nurse...

Patients could soon be allowed to view not just lab results, but information such as progress notes, surgical notes, clinical notes and other informat...

As a healthcare professional, you hold sensitive information inclusive of names, addresses, dates of birth, social security numbers, and insurance inf...

The revised rules went in effect on September 16, 2020 and will require healthcare providers to provide FFCRA protected/paid leave to a broader range...

HCV screening in Louisiana is even more important than ever, as Louisiana has launched the first comprehensive HCV elimination program in the United S...

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), announced $20 billion in new...

LAMMICO offers insureds an annual opportunity to earn a 10% discount for completing risk management education.

Although the HIPAA Security Rule does not require it, creating and maintaining an up-to-date IT asset inventory could be a useful tool.

Congratulations to the recipient of the 5th Annual LAMMICO Patient Safety Award and Grant: Lafayette Surgical Specialty Hospital in Lafayette, Louisia...

The LDH EOC released Health Alert Network Message 20-38 on June 18, 2020, regarding new demographic data elements that must be collected and reported...

Louisiana law does not set the copy fees for a patient record request. Pursuant to Title 45 Section 164.524 of the Federal regulations, a patient or h...