California attracts people from around the world, and health professionals are no exception. With that in mind, it’s not surprising that physicians often wonder if they can take the Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) Examination outside of California. In today’s post, we provide an answer. What Do QMEs Do, Exactly? Qualified Medical Evaluators are healthcare professionals…
If you run a small medical practice, chances are good that you have a lot on your plate already. But, even in that case, does it make sense to outsource your medical billing capabilities? Keep reading to discover why the answer is a resounding “Yes.” What Is Medical Billing? Medical billing is the process through…
California’s Division of Workers’ Compensation has announced that it will hold a public hearing on the adoption of new regulations, including extending the time frame to schedule a medical-legal evaluation. Medical-Legal Evaluations in California: What You Need To Know In California, a medical-legal evaluation is a process where a certified health professional (Qualified Medical Evaluator,…
In today’s post, we talk about EORs, a fundamental component of the medical legal billing process in California. Keep reading to learn what EORs are and their importance to healthcare providers. What Is an EOR? An Explanation of Review (or EOR) is a document sent to a healthcare provider by a claims administrator after the…
If you are looking to understand medical legal billing in California, then “Qualified Medical Evaluator” (QME) and “Agreed Medical Evaluator” (AME) are two terms you need to be familiar with. What Is a QME? The acronym QME stands for “Qualified Medical Evaluator.” In California, a QME is a physician who evaluates a worker when there…
Qualified Medical Evaluators (or QMEs) play a crucial role in the workers’ comp system. With that in mind, in this post, we discuss the steps you need to take to become a Qualified Medical Evaluator in California. What Is a QME? A QME is a physician certified by the Medical Unit of California’s Division of…
The California Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has announced officially that it’s extending the emergency regulations for medical-legal evaluations through October 18, 2022. Keep reading to learn more. The DWC Extends Emergency Regulations for Medical-Legal Evaluations The California Division of Workers’ Compensation has confirmed that it’s extending the emergency regulations for medical-legal evaluations that have…
Interested in becoming a Qualified Medical Evaluator in California? Then keep reading to learn what you need to do to get certified by the Division of Workers’ Compensation. What Is a QME? The acronym “QME” stands for “Qualified Medical Evaluator. A QME is a physician certified by California’s Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) to examine…
In today’s blog post, we discuss the topic of QME doctor depositions, from a definition of QME doctors to the guidelines to bill medical testimony. Keep reading to learn more. What Is a QME Doctor? The term QME stands for Qualified Medical Evaluator. In California, a QME doctor is a physician certified by the Medical…
A proposed piece of legislation (AB 399) would limit to $50 the fee to determine eligibility for Independent Bill Review. Here’s what you need to know. What Is Independent Bill Review (IBR)? Simply put, Independent Bill Review, or IBR, is a non-judicial process for resolving California medical-legal billing disputes where the medical provider disagrees with…