Health Insurance

Are You Prepared for Russian Ransomware?

22/02/2023binomo

Recently, a health network in Pennsylvania was hacked by a Russian ransomware gang called BlackCat.

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BlackCat attacked a physician practice in Pennsylvania, but did not disrupt healthcare operations.

A ransomware payment was demanded, but refused by the healthcare system.

Sensitive information was accessed and the health system revealed the attack itself.

Is your practice prepared for a potential attack?

Does your staff know how to respond to a demand for

The Pursuit of Health: A Holistic Approach to Well-Being

22/02/202305/12/2024binomo

In an era where the relentless pace of modern life often overshadows our well-being, the concept of health has transcended its traditional boundaries. No longer is it merely the absence of illness, but rather a comprehensive state of physical, mental, and emotional harmony. Health, in its truest form, is a dynamic equilibrium that requires a multifaceted approach to nurture and sustain. From nourishing the body with essential nutrients to cultivating a resilient mindset, the pursuit of health is a lifelong journey that demands attention to every aspect of the self.

The Foundation of Physical Health

Physical health remains the most …

How to Keep Your Teeth Healthy, Even If You Don’t Have Insurance

20/02/2023binomo

Snacking on a single candy bar throughout the day can do significantly more damage to your teeth than eating it all at once, according to Dr. Jahangiri. The same rule applies to all sugary foods, whether they’re processed or not. “A lot of people think that if anything is ‘natural,’ it’s good,” Dr. Jahangiri says. “The reality is, honey will do as much damage. Dates would do as much damage as chocolates. Bacteria don’t care whether it’s natural or not. The bacteria go by the sugary substance.”

A final note on sugar: It’s best to have it with a meal,

How Can I Preserve Wealth for Future Generations?

18/02/2023binomo

Some of our clients are interested in preserving wealth for future generations, and in that instance, we sometimes recommend starting a family bank.

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A family bank is an estate planning tactic to help preserve wealth for generations to come. They can be structured in a variety of ways to meet that family’s needs, however, they are intended to help benefit a group of family members.

If our clients give their

Retirees in Wuhan, Dalian Protest Proposed Medical Insurance Cuts

18/02/2023binomo

On February 15, just weeks before the opening of the 14th National People’s Congress (NPC) legislative session in Beijing, thousands of Chinese retirees in the city of Wuhan and Dalian held large demonstrations against proposed reforms to the public health insurance system. These followed an initial demonstration on February 8 in Wuhan, which was largely peaceful: demonstrators shouted slogans, the “The Internationale,” and promised that they would return a week later if Wuhan authorities did not address their concerns about the reforms, which many retired Workers’ fear will result in steep cuts to their medical benefits.

At The New York

Insurance-driven world affects doctors and patients

17/02/2023binomo

I went to my doctor recently. I am a retired physician. Just a routine follow-up visit. No big deal. I am generally well except for a few common ailments typical of an aging baby boomer.

He is a nice fellow and a competent doc who I believe has the best interests of his patients at heart. He is not unlike most physicians in the US, well-trained, technically competent, and hard working.

“What do you mean? Don’t we have the best medicine in the world,” my golf buddies will say when I suggest our system is flawed. They talk about the

The Comprehensive Nature of Health: A Holistic Approach to Well-being

17/02/202305/12/2024binomo

Health, as a concept, extends far beyond the simple idea of being free from illness or disease. It encompasses a dynamic and multi-faceted range of factors that contribute to the overall well-being of an individual. To truly understand health, it is essential to consider its physical, mental, social, and environmental dimensions. Each aspect interacts with and influences the others, creating a complex web of influences that collectively define the state of a person’s health. As we dive deeper into this subject, it becomes clear that health is a holistic journey, one that demands attention to all aspects of life to …

Is Your Practice Fraudulently Billing?

16/02/2023binomo

Most of our clients would obviously answer ‘no’, however, some providers are submitting bills incorrectly and could be subjecting themselves to hefty fines.

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Recently, a Florida Cardiology group and 10 of its physicians agreed to pay $2 million to settle False Claims Act allegations.

According to the settlement, the group submitted inflated claims to Medicare and Medicaid and billed for services while they were outside of the United States.

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