• 1 Politics and Policy: DRG Changes Could Slash Physician-Owned Hospital Payments

• 2 Appeals: New Appeals Rule Will Make You Dizzy With Complex Procedures

• 3 Meetings: Local Carriers Are Your Best Bet For Fixing

• 4 Carriers Will Notify You Of HIPAA Errors

• 5 Practice Management: Consider Charging Patients Who Stall On Copays, Deductibles

• 6 Non-Compete Can Only Keep Doctor Off Certain Streets

• 7 Coverage: CMS Expands Defibrillator Coverage

• 8 Part B Coding Coach: 4 Nebulizer Coding Tips Help Ensure Maximum Payment

• 9 Physician Notes: 'Medically Unbelievable' Edits Put on Hold Indefinitely