Imagine a tiny butterfly-shaped gland quietly regulating your body's energy levels and overall health. Your thyroid, which uses iodine to make thyroid hormones, helps control blood pressure, body temperature, heart rate, metabolism, and the reaction of your body to other hormones. Thyroid disorders occur when the gland becomes overactive (hyperthyroidism) or underactive (hypothyroidism). When the thyroid is not working as it should, it can result in serious health problems ..read more

Congratulations to the BC Advantage team for 19 years of successfully making a positive difference in the healthcare industry and for supporting those of us who earn our living in this industry ..read more

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive and persistent inflammatory lung disease resulting in limited airflow. Primary causes of COPD are long-term exposure to irritating gases or particulate matter, most commonly from cigarette smoke. There are multiple factors that can contribute to the development of COPD, such as ..read more

The following cases highlight fraud, waste, and abuse (FWA) and serve as a reminder to uphold high ethical standards when providing patient care and services ..read more

>Love is in the air, and hearts are excited as we celebrate Valentine's Day. Yet, amidst the whispered promises and tender embraces, we need to remember that pure love is about caring for each other's well-being. Regular testing is essential for anyone who is sexually active to avoid STIs 365 days a year. Getting tested is necessary to give love and maintain your sexual well-being. More than flowers, chocolates, or champagne, knowing the facts about STDs and taking the necessary precautions are the best ways to celebrate love responsibly, passionately, and to its fullest ..read more

As set forth in 45 CFR § 164.502(a)(3), a business associate may not utilize protected health information (PHI) in any way that would violate the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and the related Privacy Rule ..read more

I have been in the healthcare field for more than 35 years, and remember when we didn't have Evaluation and Management (E/M) codes. Then, we went through the 1995 and 1997 guidelines from CMS. All the elements, boxes, borders – UGH! Now, we have a cleaner way to document E/M services with the 2021 and 2023 updates ..read more

American Business Systems (ABS), a medical billing industry leader specializing in helping aspiring entrepreneurs establish their own independent medical billing businesses, proudly marks its 30th anniversary ..read more

On February 8, 2024, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that it had approved the modification of rules regarding the confidentiality of patient Substance Use Disorder (SUD) records. After careful consideration of public comments, the HHS determined that approval of the Final Rule would improve coordination of care, and, ultimately, the quality of patient care ..read more

Electrocardiograms (EKG or ECG) and telemetry are indispensable tools in the field of cardiac health. They have revolutionized how healthcare professionals diagnose and monitor various heart conditions, from arrhythmias to heart attacks. EKGs record the heart's electrical activity, while telemetry involves wireless data transmission from a patient's heart to a healthcare provider ..read more