This is the first in a brief series about the process of making changes to the Colorado All Payer Claims Database (CO APCD) Rule and Data Submission Guide (DSG). In September 2019, CIVHC will begin collecting information about Alternative Payment Models (APM) and Prescription Rebates from the payers who submit Read more…
The moment of impact takes my breath away. Even now, over a year removed from that icy and snowy morning, the slick sidewalk, and seemingly slow-motion fall, my stomach heaves and my lungs contract when I recall the crunch when I hit the concrete. I had never felt pain like Read more…
I’ve always been environmentally conscientious thanks to freshmen orientation week at Colorado College where they drilled into our heads that we were all a part of the problem, and the solution, to natural resource conservation. As a result, I turn off the sink if I see it running unnecessarily in Read more…
The US health care system is incredibly complicated and it seems to add insult to injury that most of us have to learn an entirely new language just to be able to keep up. In this series, we will be taking on the language barrier and defining some of these Read more…
There is something special about learning a new piece of technology, a feeling of unlocking potential and an excitement at mastering interfaces. Last year I bought myself an Apple watch and found myself at the start of a new learning curve with capabilities and screens and notifications to figure out. Read more…
Members of CIVHC’s Public Reporting team come from different backgrounds to ensure that releases of data from the Colorado All Payer Claims Database (CO APCD) are meaningful to a wide array of stakeholders. This month we’re taking a moment to learn about the team and see what challenges they face. Read more…
There are many small things that we do today that can have a big impact on us later in life. From signing up for the 401k at work to taking the stairs every day, little actions can add up. We could say the same thing to self-insured employers about submitting Read more…
Dear Colorado Health Care Payers, As it so frequently happens, the hustle and bustle of life can distract us from what truly matters. While we strive to make it through our busy days, we sometimes forget to stop and say the important things. That is why I am taking a Read more…
As part of a generous grant from the COPIC Foundation, CIVHC is working to help providers in Colorado be properly reimbursed for helping their patients with Advance Care Planning (ACP). A webinar developed by Pinnacle Health is now available on civhc.org and is designed to educate providers how to document Read more…
The number of people living with substance use disorder (SUD) (including opioids) is large, widespread, and serious cause for concern. Many researchers and organizations are looking for ways to understand the scope of the problem and thereby develop interventions. However, sharing of SUD information, including health insurance claims, is governed Read more…