Letter to Massachusetts Congressional Delegation Regarding MMS Healthcare Provider Priorities

3/26/2020

surgical procedures, with a nearly 90% reduction. Medical professionals are putting their lives on the line …

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MMS Telehealth Payer Billing Guide

3/24/2020

MassHealth-covered services to MassHealth members via telehealth (including telephone and live video) in accordance … (including any limitations on audio-only or live video technologies). These changes will be in place until …

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Telehealth Vendor Options

3/19/2020

browsers • Live chat • HD audio visit • HD video visit • Virtual waiting room • Meeting … Under this Notice, however, Facebook Live, Twitch, TikTok, and similar video communication applications …

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Coverage and Reimbursement Policies

3/19/2020

medical provider may be able to provide a telehealth visit through live video- conferencing. United …

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031720 MMS DPH Q and A

3/19/2020

for the household contact. Question: I have questions from patients about how long the virus lives on surfaces … on surfaces, but some can live on metal and plastic surfaces for up to a couple of days that is why we …

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The Massachusetts Medical Society Joins The Telehealth Initiative to Improve Access to Quality Health Care

3/19/2020

, medical expertise is critical to flattening the curve and saving lives. Telehealth allows us to reach more …

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Summary and Links to DOI Bulletin 2020-04 telehealth services including phone and live video_ (002)

3/19/2020

Summary and Links to DOI Bulletin 2020-04 telehealth services including phone and live video_ … and live video and which requires reimbursement at the same rate as in person (unless otherwise … limits on audio- only or live video technologies. • For the duration of the Emergency Order …

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Telemedicine Flyer

3/15/2020

: The Massachusetts Medical Society designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits …

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COVID-19 Information and Resources for the Older Adults, the Elderly and their Caregivers

3/13/2020

, counter-tops, and television remotes frequently. If you care for a loved one living in a care facility, monitor … long-term care guidance webpage. Restrictions on Visitors to Nursing Homes, Rest Homes and Assisted Living … Facilities. On March 15th, DPH issued new guidance that bans all visitors to all assisted living residences …

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MDPH-PUI-CriteriaTesting

3/13/2020

of time; close contact can occur while caring for, living with, visiting, or sharing a healthcare waiting …

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