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HORNE COVID-19 Resources
This page brings together resources and insights to help make change an opportunity for, instead of a disruptive force on your business.
Decision Point: Age into New Norms Podcast
Decision Point: Age into New Norms takes to heart that long-term care is a community anchor. Hosted by HORNE Healthcare Consultant Barry Plunkett, this series emphasizes resilience in long-term care and fosters the adoption of change by discussing trends that can transform, empower and rid the long-term care community of the neglect it’s been given. Until now.
Structuring FMV Physician Compensation Podcast
Listen to the latest podcast from American Health Law Association where HORNE Healthcare's Senior Manager, Christy Street speaks to Anna Grizzle, Bass Berry & Sims, about structuring provider compensation models from a regulatory perspective.
5 Key Changes in the 2021 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule
A final rule updating the physician fee schedule (PFS) rates was issued by The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on December 1, 2020. The Final Rule finalizes many...
Long-Awaited Stark and Anti-Kickback Regulations Published
On Friday, November 20, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published the long-awaited final rules revising regulations related to the Physician Self-Referral Law (known commonly as the Stark Law),...
Shifting Sands: Reshaping Charitable Foundations Podcast
Shifting Sands: Reshaping Charitable Foundations looks to the horizon of charitable giving to understand how foundations have changed course in 2020 and what’s next as we reimagine charitable events, education and outreach.
Let’s Talk Transitions: Determining the Value of Your Dental Practice
HORNE Healthcare Partner Kathy Watts addresses how to determine and increase the value of your dental practice, and how it goes go hand-in-hand with a transition that is seamless and successful.
Trump vs. Biden Tax Proposals
One way to manage the economic recovery is through changes to the current tax law. This chart examines the differences between the proposals under current President Donald J. Trump and Democratic nominee Joe Biden.
How Much is Your Dental Practice Worth?
Selling a dental practice starts with answering the question: How much is my dental practice worth?
FORWARD Long-Term Care Channel
FORWARD is our long-term care video channel where you can receive guidance on important regulatory updates to adapt to current changes and anticipate future ones.
Telebehavioral Health Resources for Hospitals and Health Systems
Demand for mental health services has long outpaced supply. Telebehavioral health represents an opportunity to close the gap - especially in rural and underserved communities.
7 Ways That COVID-19 Will Impact Physician Practice Acquisition
Change is a defining characteristic of healthcare. From technology to regulation to reimbursement, every aspect of the industry is in a constant state of evolution. However, few things have changed...
6 Ways COVID-19 is Impacting Healthcare Transactions
Hundreds of physician practice acquisitions and healthcare-related transactions are in process at any given time. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the accompanying shutdown threw many such transactions into a state...
HORNE's Buy-In Valuation Podcast
Buy-In podcast series features conversations with healthcare attorneys and in-house counsel, exploring valuation topics ranging from physician compensation and hospital mergers to value-based arrangements and telehealth.
FORWARD Hospitals and Health Systems Channel
FORWARD is our hospital and health system video channel, where you’ll meet our team, watch special Town Hall Q and A sessions, and receive important updates from our Healthcare Minute series.
FORWARD Dental Practices Channel
FORWARD is a new dental video channel from HORNE Healthcare offering the advice and guidance you need to optimize performance, control costs and maximize the value of your practice.
Coronavirus’ Impact on FMV of Physician Compensation and Reimbursement Trends
UPDATED August 11, 2020...
Explanations of Guidance for CMS Blanket Waivers
On April 21, CMS issued explanatory guidance for the March 29 blanket waivers to “Stark Law” that covers financial relationships and referrals related to the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States.
Advance Payment Program Suspended by CMS
On April 26, the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the immediate suspension of the Advance Payment program to Part B suppliers.
Important Clarification for Provider Relief Fund FAQs from HHS
On April 26, the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the immediate suspension of the Advance Payment program to Part B suppliers. Here are some important points from the Provider Relief Fund FAQ.
SBA 7(a) Paycheck Protection Program Forgiveness Assistance Information
Applicants that submit complete, supported forgiveness information will receive the maximum loan forgiveness and have their approvals processed quickly.
WEBINAR: Hospital and Health Systems Weekly Town Hall
HORNE Healthcare team members address some of the most pressing issues and concerns for hospitals and health systems due to the uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic.
FCC Accepting Applications for $200M Telehealth Program Funding
Update: On June 25, 2020, the FCC’s COVID-19 Telehealth Program stopped accepting new applications. COVID-19 continues to push the federal government to eliminate barriers to full-scale adoption of telehealth services....
WEBINAR: Dental Weekly Town Hall
HORNE Healthcare team members address some of the most pressing issues and concerns for dentists and dental practices due to the uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic.
U.S. Chamber Foundation Launches Save Small Business Fund
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation launched the Save Small Business Fund to provide assistance to small business owners impacted by coronavirus.
PPP Guidance for the Self-Employed
With the release of the CARES Act and announcement of the PPP, taxpayers have been anxiously awaiting additional guidance related to self-employed individuals.
WEBINAR: Physician Weekly Town Hall
HORNE Healthcare team members address some of the most pressing issues and concerns for physicians and practices due to the uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic.
CMS Issues Blanket Waivers of Stark Law Related to COVID-19 Pandemic
UPDATED April 8, 2020 On March 29, CMS issued blanket waivers of the Physician Self-Referral Law (commonly known as the “Stark Law”) to cover financial relationships and referrals related to...
Act Now to Benefit from SBA Relief Loan
SBA 7(a) Relief Loans offered under the PPP cover payroll and other specific expenses for small businesses for an eight-week period.
How Does COVID-19 Telehealth Expansion Affect Providers?
UPDATED April 7, 2020: There have been updates to the proposed rule which can be found here. Telehealth services have become even more critical in caring for patients as the...
Quick Reference to FEMA Support Under Emergency Declaration for COVID-19
The President has declared the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic an emergency declaration and your entity could be eligible to apply for Public Assistance.
Retroactive Repeal of Parking Taxes: A Win for the Nonprofit Sector
Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, certain expenditures related to providing employee parking were deemed unrelated business taxable income and resulted in taxable income for nonprofit organizations. This provision...
Recent CMS Rulings Simplify Payments for Transitional Care Management
In recent years, the use of care management services to provide better patient outcomes has gained momentum. Contributing to this momentum is a desire to generate greater transparency around patient...
New Payment Models Overview
Moving to value-based payment models is not simply a decision to accept the financial risk and is not a short-term transition.
Do Your Real Estate Activities Qualify for the New Pass-Through Deduction?
199A deduction regulations address what rental activities qualify for the deduction. The IRS issued Notice 2019-07, establishing a proposed safe harbor for real estate enterprises.
Tax Reform Guidance for Pass-Throughs is Here
Section 199A—commonly referred to as the “20% pass-through deduction,” provides a deduction of up to 20% of income from a domestic business operating as a sole proprietorship or through a partnership, S corporation, trust or estate.
Physician Compensation
It's time to change the way you pay your physicians. Here's why. To succeed in the healthcare industry, you need to attract and retain the most talented physicians. The U.S. faces a shortage of up to 120,000 physicians by 2030*, which means that competition for talent will be fiercer than ever.
Managing FMV/CR Risk
Mitigating the risk of a qui tam relator should be a top priority for healthcare risk management systems.
What Can't Go On Forever...Won't.
The current healthcare system is headed for a crash. Are you adapting?
8 Considerations in Moving Employed Physicians from Volume to Value-Based Compensation
Get key insights for transforming your physician compensation models to align with MACRA objectives
Payment Model Reform Infographic
Are You Prepared For Success In The Ever-Changing World Of Healthcare Reimbursements?
6 Considerations in Choosing a Healthcare Valuation Appraiser
Trusting HORNE for healthcare valuation counsel is the first step in successfully managing operations toward clinical excellence. Here are six considerations in choosing your organization's valuation appraisal.
Healthcare Revenue Recognition
The new revenue recognition standard is a fundamental change in how healthcare providers recognize patient revenue. It’s likely you will recognize revenue earlier or later than you would under the current revenue recognition standard, and that impacts your financial health.
Healthcare Hard Trends and Opportunities
No industry has seen such monumental changes as healthcare has in the past decade—changes in the regulatory environment, the populations we serve, as well as the technology used to deliver care and improve operational processes. In the course of our work advising healthcare organizations, we have observed the following trends and challenges.
