At RubinBrown, we provide valuable insights and host engaging, virtual and in-person events to keep you informed and connected to the topics and industries that matter most to you.
At RubinBrown, we provide valuable insights and host engaging, virtual and in-person events to keep you informed and connected to the topics and industries that matter most to you.
Please join us for RubinBrown's Rural Health Webinar Series: From Compliance to Strategy: How Cost Reports Can Guide Rural Hospital Success, led by Caren Puvalowski, Rural Healthcare Reimbursement Mangaer at RubinBrown. In this session, we will explore how your hospital’s cost report is more than just a compliance requirement—it’s a powerful tool for uncovering hidden revenue opportunities and shaping financial strategies. With over thirty years of rural healthcare finance and reimbursement expertise, Caren Puvalowski will guide you through the intricacies of reimbursement regulations, demonstrating how to optimize revenue streams while maintaining compliance and financial stability.
Learn More & RegisterPlease join us for RubinBrown’s Rural Health Webinar Series: Cost Report Filing Mistakes That Could Cost You – and How to Avoid Them, led by Caren Puvalowski, Rural Healthcare Reimbursement Manager at RubinBrown. This session will provide valuable insights into Medicare and other cost reports, highlighting key considerations and strategies to optimize reimbursement. Beyond the current year’s reports, we will also explore prior-year cost reports, discussing common challenges, potential benefits, and the steps involved in identifying and securing additional revenue.
Learn More & RegisterCongress has agreed on a budget resolution and drafting of a tax bill will now formally progress under reconciliation rules that allow a simple majority vote in the Senate, rather than 60 votes.
Learn moreThe Super Bowl closed out the NFL betting season—and host state Louisiana saw a notable surge in sports betting activity as the state topped our Index with a robust 1.51 score. Louisiana was the only state reporting an increase in online handle compared to January. By our team’s estimates, this surge generated over $1 million in excess sports betting GGR tax revenue for the state.
Learn moreIf you’re a primary care provider or part of a billing team, you’ve likely heard about the new 2025 codes—G0556, G0557, and G0558—for Advanced Primary Care Management (APCM). You might be wondering, "How can we efficiently implement and bill for these services?" With so many care management codes available, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. However, one thing is certain: care management services are here to stay!
Learn moreEntities created in the U.S., including those formerly known as “domestic reporting companies,” and their beneficial owners are no longer required to file beneficial ownership information (BOI) reports to FinCEN under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). However, foreign reporting companies may still have a filing requirement with new deadlines.
Learn moreEvaluation and management (E/M) coding is a fundamental aspect of a medical practice, influencing how healthcare providers document patient encounters and receive reimbursement for their professional services.
Learn moreCompliance with CMMC certification is coming—defense contractors must act now to meet DoD cybersecurity compliance requirements.
Learn moreIn January, sports betting operators experienced a boost in revenues as better outcomes became less favorable throughout the month. Many states surpassed the 10% hold mark, signaling a return to more typical industry conditions. With the NFL season entering its playoff stage and the NBA's daily schedule offering a higher volume of betting opportunities, basketball emerged as the primary driver of sports betting handle.
Learn moreThe House passed its budget resolution for "one big, beautiful bill" on February 27 that would include President Trump’s non-tax agenda items of funding for border security, defense, and energy, along with extending his first term’s signature tax bill, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA).
Learn moreDiscover how business email compromise (BEC) attacks work, the risks they pose, and essential strategies to protect your business from these scams.
Learn moreFinCEN plans to further extend the new March 21, 2025 deadline for BOI reporting and in the meantime the current deadlines can be disregarded until further notice. FinCEN is still accepting reports for those who wish to file now.
Learn moreBOI reporting enforcement has been reinstated after a court decision lifted the temporary nationwide pause imposed by the Smith case. Reporting is once again mandatory.
Learn moreWe’re excited to share the latest updates to Telemedicine Evaluation and Management (E/M) Services for CPT 2025. These changes reflect the growing role of telemedicine in delivering equitable, efficient, and accessible care.
Read moreOne of the biggest challenges facing IT and security teams is managing the patching process for the entire application spectrum within the environment. Operating systems and other large application packages often make updating easy. Sometimes patch management solutions can do a very good job of keeping many (or even most) of the environment up to date.
Learn moreDecember’s data revealed lower than usual holds across the board, with no state surpassing the 10% overall hold threshold for the second time in three months. The industry-wide hold of 5.8% is the lowest total of the year and we need to go back to February of 2022 (4.9%) to find the last time the market could not breach the 6% mark. This was largely driven by a series of "customer-friendly" outcomes, particularly in the NFL, which led to reduced margins for operators. While both online and retail sportsbooks felt the impact, the results varied significantly depending on the betting channel.
Learn moreAs not-for-profit organizations navigate the turbulence of rapidly shifting executive orders affecting federal funding, feelings of anxiety and uncertainty are understandable. While awaiting clarity and considering the broader implications of potential regulatory changes, organizations may find reassurance through proactive financial assessment and strategic planning.
Learn moreIt's been several years since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was enacted, and while it may seem like all of its changes are here to stay, many will sunset after this year, returning to pre-TCJA law. This impending cliff has sparked desire for an extenders bill, dubbed TCJA 2.0, that could be a vehicle for more tax reform. While Republicans now have control in D.C., the slim majority in both the House of Representatives and Senate could pose problems for enacting a large, costly bill. Compromise will still be needed, and delays are possible despite the desire for fast action.
Learn moreIn the intricate world of healthcare, provider-payer enrollment is often an overlooked yet critical component of financial health. Commonly referred to as payer credentialing, this process extends beyond the organization or facility itself, encompassing each individual billing provider within the organization. Unfortunately, the responsibility for maintaining up-to-date payer enrollment is frequently undefined, exposing organizations to revenue delays, compliance risks, and potential legal challenges.
Learn moreIn the evolving healthcare landscape, transparency is becoming a cornerstone for fostering trust and efficiency. The introduction of the Pricing Transparency Machine-Readable Files (MRF) data has opened new avenues for both providers and payors to negotiate contracts more effectively. RubinBrown, with its expertise in financial and business advisory services, this data can be harnessed to drive better outcomes in contract negotiations.
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