Abby Norman

My name is Abby Norman and I am a healthcare blogger. With over 10 years of experience in the medical field, I have developed a passion for helping others understand the complexities of healthcare.
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Think Like a Reviewer: Utilization Review

One of the many ways in which healthcare organizations are assessed these…

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5 Issues Associated with Medical Necessity

Medical Necessity | EditsThere are few things more frustrating to a physician…

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Developing Clinical Pathways

When it comes to patient safety, the best way to be prepared…

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How Telehealth Will Support the Triple Aim

Triple Aim 101 You’ll recall that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid has…

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5 Values You Should Prize in Physician Compensation Models

   When it comes to shifting models of physician compensation, there are…

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5 Steps to Achieving URAC Specialty Pharmacy Accreditation

For many patients with complex, chronic illnesses, specialty pharmacies are the crux…

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15 Reasons Your Claims May Have Been Denied

A claim could have been denied for many reasons. The question is,…

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7 Ways to Reduce ER Admissions and Readmissions

For many hospitals, the emergency room is the busiest place for both…

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Are ACOs Just HMOs in Disguise?

When we talk about Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) , a lot of…

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Understanding the Revenue Cycle

Understanding the revenue cycle can be tricky for many of us who…

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