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6 Tips for Hosting Effective Virtual Meetings (From a Firm That’s Built on Them)
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In the era of virtual work with teams spread out worldwide, knowing how to make the most of these virtual meetings is more important than ever.
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Reflections on the Third Anniversary of Saving the Affordable Care Act
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The ACA, for all its imperfections has established a framework wherein private and public stakeholders can develop systems that enable for more efficient, equitable, effective, and sustainable care be delivered across our communities.
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Was New Hanover Regional Medical Center Set Up To Get The Best Deal?
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On March 16, 2020, six health systems submitted proposals outlining their vision for a path forward for the NHRMC. While the ultimate fate of the NHRMC rests in the hands of a select few stakeholders, the public has been encouraged to review the proposals. So Atrómitos did. And we have some feedback.
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COVID 3.5, CARES 2, and What Comes Next
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On April 21 and 23, the United States and Senate and House of Representatives approved the latest coronavirus relief package, respectively. Here’s more on what’s in it and what to expect next.
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Fund Development A to Z: Lingo Matters
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When you hear Fund Development, it probably invokes a series of thoughts, a broad spectrum of ideas that make up what it is and what it means. Whether you’re a seasoned fundraiser, new to organizational fundraising, or an experienced organizational leader, it’s essential to understand the lingo to lead authentically and with authority.
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COVID-19: Section 1135 Waiver Flexibilities to Support State and Provider Needs
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Shortly after the presidential declaration on March 13, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a set of blanket waivers specific to the COVID-19 pandemic (COVID-19 waivers). Here’s what you need to know.
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Small Businesses and Nonprofits Can Now Apply for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
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Small businesses that need cash to offset lost revenues and keep their business afloat can access relief funding now through the U.S. Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program. Here’s what you need to know.
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Working From Home: Tips & Tools from Our All Virtual Team
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Across the country, workers who have never had the option to work from home are going remote. With that new shift, people everywhere are trying to find their new normal.
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Why Your Nonprofit Should Focus on the Power of Instagram Stories in 2020
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If you’re like many nonprofits with limited staff or resources you may be wondering how you can make Instagram Stories work for your organization. So today, we’re covering five ways you can get started with Stories!
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NCDHHS Provides Policy Guidance On State-Funded Services
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On December 30, 2019, the Department released a Medicaid Managed Care Policy Paper outlining how its Behavioral Health and Intellectual/Development Disability Tailored Plans will be asked to operate State-funded Services.
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NCDHHS Seeks Comments On Changes to Value-Based Payment Program and Two New Accountable Care Organization Models by February 19
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On January 8, 2020, the Department released two Medicaid Managed Care Policy Papers that advance its design of the value-based payment program and incorporate two new Accountable Care Organization (ACO) models into the overall programmatic strategy for Medicaid Transformation.
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A Tale of Two Policies
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A look at new changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and its potential impact on low-income families.
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A Strategy for Your Independent Practice Association Equals a Roadmap for your Sustainability
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How do practices and providers remain independent and competitive in this consolidation-focused marketplace? An Independent Practice Association (IPA) is one option for providers; it can provide myriad benefits to its members.
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Our Perspective: North Carolina Medicaid Rollout Suspended
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On November 19, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) announced that the transition to Medicaid managed care would be indefinitely suspended. Here’s what you need to know and our perspective on the right path forward.
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Brand Consistency and 3 Small Things Your Organization Can Do to Establish (or Improve) Yours Before Close of Business Today
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The more uniform, consistent, and steady your messaging and flow of content, the stronger your brand will be. And whether your goal is selling a product or raising money for a cause, you need a solid brand to do it.
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Medicare 2020: Spotlight on Supplemental Benefits
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Medicare Open Enrollment is back with projected growth and premium reductions for the 2020 Medicare Advantage market. Here’s what you need to know about supplemental benefits and how it impacts beneficiaries.
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Four Ways Your Nonprofit Should Be Using Text Messaging to Succeed
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What if I told you that there was a more effective way than email to raise awareness for your mission, get volunteers, and raise money with open rates of 98 percent and click rates around 19 percent?
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Budget Impasse Causes Delay in NC’s Medicaid Transformation
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On September 3, NCDHHS Secretary Mandy Cohen, announced that implementation of the state’s Medicaid Transformation would be delayed.
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Stakeholders Provide Feedback to Changes in CMS Hospital Star Ratings
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On August 19, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced its plans to change the controversial methodology used for its hospital star ratings on Hospital Compare. However, changes won’t occur until 2021.
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FCC Seeks Comment on $100M Connected Care Pilot Program Approved in Support of Expanding Telehealth Adoption
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This article summarizes some of the key programmatic elements that health care providers, associations, and other stakeholders are being asked to provide comment on by the FCC.
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Why Should Nonprofits Use LinkedIn?
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Most nonprofits and businesses know that to achieve their marketing goals, they must harness the power of social media. But with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and more, it’s not always easy to know where to focus efforts when limited time and resources exist.
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North Carolina Republicans Introduce Bill to Expand Medicaid
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On April 9, 2019, a group of House Republicans in North Carolina introduced House Bill (HB) 655 named the “NC Health Insurance for Working Families Act”. The bill mirrors “Carolina Cares” legislation that was introduced in the 2017-2018 legislative session.
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Opportunities for Behavioral Health Transformation: Making Change
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Over the past decade, public behavioral health systems across the country have undergone one transformation after another. As a result, providers and system stakeholders are often left feeling like just when one transformation finishes, it’s time to start over again.
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Medicare Advantage: Seeing the Value in Addressing the Social Determinants of Health
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Once a year, Medicare beneficiaries have the opportunity to renew their coverage or make changes to their Medicare enrollment. That can mean choosing to enroll in Medicare Advantage (MA), selecting a new MA plan, or opting for a different benefit package.