MEDICAL BILLING PROFESSIONALS
As tech grip on medical industry becomes stronger, it creates space for new jobs profiles
Ebenazer Paul highlights the increasing demand for skilled professionals in medical billing and coding, driven by technological advancements and evolving healthcare regulations. The industry offers diverse opportunities for growth and specialization, with a focus on continuous education and certifications to stay competitive.
Is your medical claim stuck? Find out why you face problems in health insurance claim settlement and how to avoid them
While health insurers can sometimes be blamed putting customers through unending hardship in clearing claims, many a times it’s the policyholder who is at fault. A significant portion of these health insurance claim rejections can be prevented by asking the right questions during policy selection, carefully reviewing policy documents, and conducting thorough research. This article explores common health insurance claim rejection scenarios and explains how to avoid them.
New govt digital locker to store, access, share your medical history: What is ABHA number, eligibility, benefits, how to enrol
ABHA ID card or health ID: Gone are the days when you need to save each and every documents of your medical record for your treatment and insurance. The Centre has introduced ABHA number or health ID, a unique 14-digit number, that will act as your digital health locker. You can easily store and share prescriptions, reports, and bills electronically in Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA). This simplifies managing healthcare for yourself and loved ones, ensuring crucial records are always accessible for diagnosis, treatment, and insurance claims. ET Wealth Online explains — what is ABHA number or health ID, how ABHA number works, how ABHA number will benefit you. Read here
Air India partners with MedAire for in- flight medical assistance
Air India has partnered with MedAire to offer emergency healthcare services to passengers and crew, becoming the first airline in India to integrate MedAire's medical assistance across its fleet. This collaboration aims to enhance in-flight medical support, reduce diversions, and ensure passengers' well-being by providing round-the-clock access to emergency physicians and guidance through MedAire's in-flight app, MedLink.
Unveiling Underinsurance: Not just portfolio but insurance coverage matters in house, motor and health
We are not wired to see risks, which makes us undermine various risks we are exposed to. So, people often think that if I don’t raise a claim at some point in time, then what is the use of insurance?
Amit Shah announces plan to amend criminal law bill, exempting doctors from criminal prosecution in medical negligence cases
The Indian government, responding to a request from the Indian Medical Association (IMA), plans to amend the criminal law bill to exempt doctors from criminal prosecution in cases of death due to medical negligence, announced Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Currently, such cases are treated as criminal negligence under Section 304A of the Indian Penal Code, with offenders facing imprisonment for up to two years or a fine or both.
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Sam Altman named Time Magazine's 2023 CEO of The Year; Bill Gates feels privileged to watch OpenAI boss 'unlock a new era of AI'
2023 saw Altman emerge as one of the most powerful tech executives in the world, at the forefront of a revolution.
10 months on, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin returns to field where he suffered cardiac arrest
January, during the Bills-Bengals "Monday Night Football" game at Paycor Stadium, the 25-year-old player collapsed, resulting in the critical Week 17 match being declared a no contest. Although the Bills' safety, now cleared to play, was not listed on the active roster for Sunday night's game, he did participate in the match against the Miami Dolphins on October 1. During the Week 4 action, Buffalo secured a 48-20 victory in the AFC East.
HECI bill to be introduced in Parliament soon; medical, law colleges not to be brought under it: Dharmendra Pradhan
The Higher Education Commission of India (HECI) Bill, which aims to establish a single higher education regulator, will be introduced to Parliament soon. However, medical and law colleges will not be included under its jurisdiction. The HECI will focus on regulation, accreditation, and setting professional standards.
Access Healthcare to hire over 1,500 professionals in next 2 months
The hirings will be for various roles such as experienced callers, certified medical coders, medical billing professionals, finance and accounting, and roles in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation, Access Healthcare said in a statement. Fresh graduates will also be hired for call centre jobs, it said.
Smaller cities take the lead in hiring for mid-career professionals, shows data
Data from Naukri shows that mid-career professionals with 8-12 years of experience are experiencing hiring trends in various industries. Sectors such as hospitality, construction, engineering, architecture, real estate, teaching/training, and infrastructure have seen an increase in hiring. On the other hand, industries like IT software/services, accounting/finance, consumer durables, telecom, FMCG, healthcare, and financial services have seen a decline in hiring.
Is it a good idea to settle loan or huge credit card bill if you can’t repay? Know how to approach a loan settlement
You can settle any type of loans — personal, auto, home, education, business or credit card debt. But it is of utmost importance to remain cautious of certain points while taking a decision on settling your loan as it will have a significant impact on your credit score and financial future. How one-time loan settlement works and how you can do it by yourself. ET Wealth explains
Coworking for medical sector? Here is how it works
Medical coworking offer a great alternative for doctors to work in an independent environment without the pressures of corporate setups. Drastically reducing the overhead costs of the practitioners, these medical coworking spaces provide shared amenities like waiting rooms, reception services, cafes, and administrative assistance, enabling the practitioners to concentrate on patient care.
Lok Sabha passes National Dental Commission Bill, Nursing and Midwifery Commission Bill
The Lok Sabha has passed the National Nursing and Midwifery Commission Bill, 2023 and the National Dental Commission Bill, 2023 aimed at improving the quality of nursing and dental education in India. The National Dental Commission Bill proposes to establish a commission to regulate dental education and the profession while the National Nursing and Midwifery Commission Bill seeks to establish a similar commission and repeal the Indian Nursing Council Act of 1947. The bills also aim to make dental education affordable and accessible and maintain national and state registers.
Bills lined up to include Chhattisgarh groups in SC, ST lists ahead of elections
The government has introduced two bills to include more communities in the central Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes lists, with an eye on the upcoming assembly polls in the state of Chhattisgarh. The Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order (Amendment) Bill, 2023, aims to include two sub-communities, 'Mahra' and 'Mahara', in the SC list.
Government introduces National Dental Commission Bill in Lok Sabha
According to official sources, the composition of the dental commission will be similar to that of the National Medical Commission, which had replaced the Medical Council of India.
Legislation introduced for Veteran Affairs to hire foreign health professionals on H-1B visas
If signed into a law, the legislation would make it easier for VA (veteran affairs) and State Veterans Homes to hire foreign employees on H1-B visas when they cannot find a suitable applicant in the United States.
Jail for doing bad business: Why GoI should reconsider provisions of Jan Vishwas Bill that decriminalise criminals
Why should pharma companies that harm patients or owners of pharmacies who employ unqualified personnel be exempted from prison time? There is no moral justification to exempt pharmaceutical companies and pharmacies from criminal liability, as proposed by the Jan Vishwas Bill.
NFL player Damar Hamlin collapses on field after blow to chest, prayers pour in
Reports suggest that Damar Hamlin is in critical condition.
How debt affects your life and six ways to repay it
Learning how your credit rating functions and why debt can be particularly harmful is the first step.
Send the new drugs bill back for testing
However, the draft legislation does not address the deficiencies of existing law, and fails to provide the legal framework necessary to regulate an increasingly complex pharmaceutical and medical devices sector while protecting public health and patients' rights. The draft Bill persists with the current system where the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) oversees imports, approvals for new drugs and manufacturing licences for a limited number of drugs, while state regulators oversee manufacturing licences and pharmacies in the state.
China woman sues male colleague for breaking her ribs while hugging, gets compensation
A court in China has order a man to pay 10,000 yuan (Rs 1.16 lakh) to female colleague as compensation breaking her ribs while giving her a hug. Reportedly, the incident took place in May 2021, when the woman, belonging to the Hunan province of Yueyang city, was approached by the man while talking to a co-worker and gave her a tight hug.
Drugs, medical devices & cosmetics bill 2022: A law whose date has expired
India is yet to move away from understanding drug regulation as purely a manufacturing issue to a public health one. Technically, the qualification criteria in the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945, for both entry level positions as drug inspectors and the top position of Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) allows for doctors to be appointed to these posts.
IMA writes to PM Modi, urges him to ensure 'optimum milieu' for medical professionals
In a letter to Modi, the doctors' body said persons spreading misinformation against the COVID-19 vaccination drive must be booked and punished in accordance with law, including under relevant provisions of the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897, the Indian Penal Code and the Disaster Management Act, 2005.
Parliament passes National Commission for Allied, Healthcare Professions Bill
Replying to a debate on the Bill, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan said that the legislation is aimed at fulfilling long-pending demands of the sector, and enhance employment opportunities for professionals.
Healthcare workers bill will help give dignity to health professionals: Vardhan
Initiating the debate on the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions Bill, 2021, Vardhan said the proposed legislation has the potential to bring a paradigm shift in health professionals' situation.
IMA writes to PM Modi, seeks ordinance to check violence against health professionals
The letter comes in the backdrop of protests by the medical fraternity in Assam against the deadly assault on a doctor at a tea garden.
NITI Aayog pitches for enactment of National Medical Commission Bill
According to the report, as of March 2017, there were 10.23 lakh allopathic doctors registered with the MCI or state medical councils.
President gives assent to India's first good samaritan bill of Karnataka
The president has given his asset to the Karnataka Good Samaritan and Medical Professional (Protection and Regulation during Emergency Situations) Bill, 2016, a home ministry official said.
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