Best IPP Podcasts (2024)

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FY 2025 IPPS: The Clinical Report 31:07

8d ago31:07

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The Inpatient Prospective Payment System Final Rule for Acute Care and Long-Term Care hospitals in the 2025 fiscal year (FY) continues to generate interest from providers, payers, hospital administrators, vendors, and consultants. But what are the significant takeaways for stakeholders as they prepare for the government’s fiscal year, which begins …

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Making the Case for Artificial Intelligence to Reduce Coding and CDI Costs 29:30

2h ago29:30

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As senior healthcare leaders and stakeholders continue to look for ways to reduce coding and clinical documentation integrity (CDI) resource expenditures, making the business case for new technology such as artificial intelligence (AI) has never been more essential than it is right now. That is why the ICD10monitor producers of the popular Talk Ten…

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New Study Reveals America’s Big Hang-up with Healthcare 28:58

2h ago28:58

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A comprehensive new survey featuring responses from more than 1,500 U.S. patients reveals that they are not only frustrated by poor provider support, but also are experiencing tangible health setbacks – especially when waiting to refill prescriptions and being placed on hold while waiting to speak to a caregiver. Israel Krush, CEO and Co-Founder of…

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147. Decarbonising buildings - Aug24 31:15

2h ago31:15

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How to decarbonise buildings? That’s an important topic because that sector accounts for 37% of all emissions, making it one of the three pillars of decarbonisation next to electricity generation and transportation. Progress has been mixed. If lighting is an incredible success, heating and cooling remain a complex proposition with certain countries…

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The Patient Safety Structural Measure: A New Initiative Designed to Reduce Medical Errors 28:42

1h ago28:42

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Recognizing that preventable medical errors, infections, and injuries are estimated to account for the deaths of 250,000 people annually, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has expanded public reporting by hospitals on rates of patient safety events. Furthermore, CMS recently introduced the Patient Safety Structural Measure, effecti…

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Federal Officials Announce Medical Relief in Wake of Hurricane 27:15

2h ago27:15

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In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Debby, now Tropical Storm Debby, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced additional resources and flexibilities to support the affected states of Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. Following President Biden’s emergency declarations and U.S. Department of Health and Human…

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146. NREL: “Our Renewable Energy Future” - Aug24 31:19

7d ago31:19

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A special interview with one of the great minds of the Energy Transition. Dr. Doug Arent is the Executive Director of Strategic Public– Private Partnerships at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Golden, Colorado, U.S and Distinguished Fellow, World Economic Forum. He just published a book called “Our Renewable Energy Future: The Story of H…

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2025 OPPS Proposed Rule: Important Changes Coming to the Hospital Outpatient Quality Reporting Program 28:51

16d ago28:51

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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) Proposed Rule includes proposed policies that align with several key goals for the agency, one of which is promoting safe, effective, patient-centered care. CMS has several quality measure changes being proposed to the Hospital Outpatient Quality Reporti…

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There’s a New Sheriff in Town: New DOJ Program Intends to Snare Even More FCA Fraudsters 28:37

16h ago28:37

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The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has a new whistleblower reward initiative called the DOJ Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program. The Program, which seeks to fill gaps left by existing whistleblower reward programs, incentivizes whistleblowers to bring tips to the DOJ about types of healthcare fraud not already covered by the False Claims…

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145. Clash of Titans (Barnard vs Martin) – Industrial Heat Redefined 1:29:53

15d ago1:29:53

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During Summer season, we bring you back the best of our sister show, Redefining Energy TECH, where host Michael Barnard invites Paul Martin for a very long and geekie conversation about innovative solutions for industrial heat. Two titans of our industry. Paul Martin, a seasoned chemical engineer, share his profound insights on the electrification …

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Is AI a Game-Changer for Coding and CDI? 31:36

7d ago31:36

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News reports, essays, and technical papers continue to laud the efficacy of generative article intelligence (AI) in healthcare. But what about AI and its application to the revenue cycle? Cassi Birnbaum, formerly the administrative director at Stanford Medicine Health Care, is set to return to Talk Ten Tuesday with an exclusive report on how AI can…

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144. Bill Gates and Energy (2/2) – the Investments / Breakthrough Energy Ventures 18:55

18d ago18:55

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In episode 143, Gerard, Laurent and Michael have discussed the philosophy of Bill Gates when it comes to the Energy Transition, and the root causes of his flawed thesis. Let see now if this transpires in his main investment vehicle, Breakthrough Energy Ventures (BEV). Michael Barnard is quite blunt: “To be clear, Gates is still highly resistant to …

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National Coding Roundup: Preparing for the New FY2025 IPPS Final Rule 30:37

16d ago30:37

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The summer is here, and it’s raining codes. There are ICD-10 codes, CPT® codes, and the Z codes. Plus, coming up is the 2025 Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) Final Rule, which is expected to contain some new codes and deletions of others, for an expected net total increase of ICD-10 codes. In preparation, the producers at ICD10monitor ha…

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“Do the Crime, Pay the Fine:” DaVita to Pay$34 million to Resolve Allegations of Illegal Kickbacks 27:28

15d ago27:28

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Denver-based DaVita Inc. has agreed to pay slightly more than $34 million to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act (FCA). The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) reported in a news release that DaVita paid kickbacks to induce referrals to DaVita Rx, a former subsidiary that provided pharmacy services for dialysis patients, directin…

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143. Bill Gates and Energy (1/2) – the Thesis 19:34

24d ago19:34

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Bill Gates is sucking a lot of oxygen in the Energy Transition. Is he a force for good, or a nuisance? What is his thesis and where does it come from? And is the thesis still valid in 2024 or obsolete? In this episode, we will not analyse Breakthrough Energy Ventures, his VC fund celebrating its 10th anniversary. That will be the topic of Episode 1…

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Making the Transition from Solopreneur to Entrepreneur 11:26

19d ago11:26

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Get ready for a fiery discussion on IPP Thursday as host Lynn Lessell takes on the topic that's been burning up the business community: solopreneur vs. entrepreneur. Join Lynn as she dives into an article by Kellee Marlow, exploring when it's time to make the leap from solo entrepreneurship to scaling up with a team. If you're a business owner wond…

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Scorching Reality: The Health Impacts of Excess Heat and Climate Change 29:59

1M ago29:59

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As global temperatures soar and heatwaves become more frequent, the connection between climate change and rising heat is undeniable. The results are not limited to uncontrolled wildfires but extend to widespread health consequences of excess heat from immediate threats like heat exhaustion and heat stroke to the exacerbation of chronic conditions s…

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End of the Road for the ALJs? 30:07

22d ago30:07

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Could the end be near for the administrative law judges of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service (CMS). What about the Office of Medicare Hearings and Appeals (OMHA)? Could these entities be gone from the audit landscape? Case in point: the Supreme Court (SCOTUS) continues eviscerating executive powers. This time SCOTUS has limited the author…

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142. Batteries vs Hydrogen (Gerard is Live at EcoSummit 2024) 15:43

1M ago15:43

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This week, it is a solo by Gerard Reid. This is the audio of its remarkable presentation at EcoSummit Berlin in June 2024. The topic is “Batteries vs Hydrogen” Link to the YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAbr4byi414By Laurent Segalen and Gerard Reid

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16 Areas Business Owners Need To Outsource ASAP (Part III) 5:46

27d ago5:46

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In the final segment of this episode, Lynn tackles the remaining 8 areas identified in the Forbes article, including marketing, customer service, and technology support. Lynn shares her own experiences with outsourcing and delegation, and offers practical advice on how to identify the right freelancers or contractors for the job. By the end of this…

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2025 OPPS Proposed Rule: Significant Changes Impacting Medicare Payments Revealed 30:37

1M ago30:37

30:37

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) Proposed Rule for the 2025 calendar year (CY). This published information outlines significant changes impacting Medicare payment policies for hospital outpatient services. Key proposals include adjustments to payment rates, updates to t…

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Handle with Care: Taking Steps for Safe Transitions 29:12

29d ago29:12

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Have you ever wondered how professional movers carefully pack everything? From expensive china to precious crystal stemware, they seem to have a knack and knowledge for how to prepare. When it comes to healthcare, how safe is the transition from hospital to home if a patient cannot get the services they need at home when they are ready to transitio…

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141. Texas, California: From Renewable Energy developer to IPP - Jul24 29:17

30d ago29:17

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Texas and California have witnessed a crazy growth in Solar and Batteries in recent years. In 2024 California has 24GW of Solar and 9GW of batteries on its grid; Texas has grown even faster with 31GW of Solar and 10GW of batteries. When it comes to the Energy Transition, you can make the following analogy: public policies are the land and financial…

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16 Areas Business Owners Need To Outsource ASAP (Part II) 8:12

1M ago8:12

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In part two of this episode, Lynn delves deeper into the article's top areas where business owners can benefit from hiring or outsourcing. From social media management to bookkeeping, Lynn highlights the importance of recognizing your own strengths and weaknesses, and how outsourcing can help you build a stronger, more efficient business. Whether y…

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In Deference to HIM: Chevron Explained 34:27

1M ago34:27

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What is “Chevron deference?” And why is it important – especially to health information management (HIM) professionals? And who among the most learned and wise HIM professionals is arguably best qualified to report on this otherwise arcane judicial principle? That would be the legendary Rose T. Dunn. Dunn has offered to speak on this topic during t…

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No More Chevron? What Happens Next? 29:25

1M ago29:25

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For nearly four decades, a judicial principle known as “Chevron deference” has guided the federal courts as they reviewed litigation associated with federal agencies. Chevron deference allowed legislators to leave statutes somewhat vague, assuming that an agency full of government experts would sort out the details and promulgate effective regulati…

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140. Minutes - SolarPower Europe introduces the "Flexibility Revolution" 11:49

2M ago11:49

11:49

After a crazy Intersolar in Munich which welcomed more than 120,000 visitors, the pace of Solar deployment in Europe is going exponentially. Gerard and Laurent bring in Walburga Hemetsberger, CEO of Solar Power Europe, to discuss the development of Solar, and through the new report “Mission Solar 2040”, how we are on the cusp of a Flexibility Revol…

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16 Areas Business Owners Need To Outsource ASAP (Part I) 8:31

1M ago8:31

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Feeling overwhelmed as a one-person show? You're not alone! On this week's IPP Thursday, Lynn Lessell dives into an insightful article from Forbes, identifying 16 areas where business owners need to hire or outsource. From administrative tasks to creative projects, Lynn breaks down which tasks are best left to others and which ones you should prior…

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Hello, CMS: Are You Listening? Add-on Code G2211 29:31

1M ago29:31

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Where in the world is G2211? Both payers and providers still report lack of information from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) about use of this code. If you remember, CMS promised stakeholders an FAQ document back in January. To date it has not been released. And yet, knowing how to document the service is probably the most-asked …

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Special Alert: DOJ Cracks Down on Nearly 200 Involved in Major Healthcare Fraud Schemes 28:55

2M ago28:55

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In a late-breaking press release, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced late Thursday that the agency had charged nearly 200 individuals accused with involvement in various healthcare fraud schemes estimated at $2.7 billion. Charges were brought against nurses, physicians, and others in a national sweep, and it was estimated that more than…

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139. The ESG label is outdated. What now? - Jul24 31:25

2M ago31:25

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Glencore’s CEO Gary Nagle has once described ESG as “some person in the basement in office number 27 engaged in a box-ticking exercise.” And a lot of fossil fuel companies – while being less explicit – share the same opinion on ESG… and have voiced their hostility indirectly through complicit media outlets. The ESG movement is facing a significant …

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Why MedPac Chapter 12 is Fast Gaining Attention 29:13

2M ago29:13

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Each year the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission, MedPAC, provides Congress a report on the Medicare fee-for-service (FFS) payment systems, the Medicare Advantage (MA) program, and the Medicare prescription drug program (Medicare Part D). Within the MedPAC report is also the often (until now) under-reported Chapter 12. During the next live editio…

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How a Different Type of Whistleblower Created a Lesson Worth Learning 28:57

2M ago28:57

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A recent federal court decision in New Jersey demonstrates the viability of a different kind of whistleblower – in this case, a privately defrauded party. The most common type of a whistleblower under the False Claims Act (FCA) tends to be a corporate insider who sees fraud committed against the government by their employer or a company they work w…

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138. Minutes: The Energy Institute’s Statistical Review of World Energy 15:28

2M ago15:28

15:28

We bring in Nick Wayth, CEO of Energy Institute (EI), for the release of the 73rd Edition of the Statistical Review of World Energy. The Energy Institute Statistical Review of World Energy™ analyses data on world energy markets from the prior year. Previously produced by bp, the Review has been providing timely, comprehensive and objective data to …

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Mental Health Coping Strategies for Brutal Summer Heat 30:11

2M ago30:11

30:11

With summertime fast approaching, also on the horizon are the inevitable stressors leading to increased psychiatric diagnoses and possible surges in psychopathologies. As temperatures increase, so do incidents of mental health unrest – tempers flaring, mood disorders, and possible cognitive impairment. That is why, with summer officially entering o…

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The Human Touch at the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Denied Claims 28:50

3M ago28:50

28:50

Artificial intelligence (AI) is fast becoming a fixture in healthcare revenue cycle management (RCM), where finance leaders are desperate for ways to relieve understaffed departments struggling under unprecedented volumes of third-party audit demands and rising denial rates without sacrificing accuracy or precision. During the next live edition of …

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137. Subsea interconnectors: new horizons - Jun24 27:43

2M ago27:43

27:43

UK is at the nexus of the subsea interconnector’s new economy. Great Britain is connected to Continental Europe by 8 interconnectors representing up to 15% of its power consumption. Subsea cables are now a growing industry because of the benefits they bring to the grids, such as resiliency, capacity, lower prices, and renewable energy balancing. Al…

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Food for Thought: Food as Medicine 27:29

3M ago27:29

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He once explained to us the value of sleep, and gave tips on how to get more of the once-devalued therapy. That was then. This is now. And during the next live edition of Talk Ten Tuesdays, Dr. Nick van Terheyden will turn his attention to another vital healthcare issue: nutrition. This buzzworthy topic is becoming increasingly relevant as the Whit…

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OIG On the Prowl: Semi-Annual Report to Congress 31:15

3M ago31:15

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They’re looking for fraudsters, going on the prowl for bad actors, as revealed in the latest semi-annual report to Congress compiled by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG). In this latest report, the government watchdog identified more than $2.76 billion in expected recoveries and receivables. Pr…

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136. Special Eurelectric with PPC’s CEO Georgios Stassis 17:58

2M ago17:58

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Laurent interviews Georgios Stassis, PPC’S CEO, during Eurelectric Power Summit 24. PPC, the Greek Utility, is a remarkable turnaround story: from a soviet-style dinosaur a few years ago, PPC has become a thriving forward-looking profitable modern Utility. With Georgios, we discuss the investment in renewables, the phase out of lignite, digitisatio…

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National Coding News Roundup 28:55

2M ago28:55

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Welcome to the 600th live edition of the long-running Talk Ten Tuesdays broadcast, produced by ICD10monitor. In commemorating this special edition, the producers are pleased to welcome the legendary Rose T. Dunn, chief operating officer at First Class Solutions, Inc. in St. Louis, a healthcare information management leader since 1988. Rose is the a…

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Jail Time, or Hefty Fine? 28:40

3M ago28:40

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Most healthcare investigations by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) result in settlements. Many times, the complete details of the settlements in underlying government cases are not fully disclosed. But sometimes, a provider ends up at trial. And when that happens, it often offers insights into what it takes to get hit with hefty fines – and pos…

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135. 2024: A pivotal year for the Energy Transition in China - Jun24 30:17

3M ago30:17

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In April, we did Ep129 Minutes about China and announced the interview with a real expert. Here it is. With David Fishman, an American based in Shanghai, we dig deep into China’s Energy Transition. We try to reconcile the rise of renewables and the rise of coal use. We try to decipher what is decided locally and nationally. We investigate what is t…

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134. Minutes: EcoSummit Preview 8:05

3M ago8:05

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Last week, Laurent was in Athens for the spectacular Eurelectric Summit (we will talk more about it in 2 weeks’ time, with a special Episode) meanwhile, we bring in our friend Jan-Michael Hess, organiser of the Berlin EcoSummit 4-5 June to discuss Clean Tech and his annual gathering of more than 100 Start-Ups and hundreds of investors. If you don’t…

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5: Attwood Unleashed 5 - Royals, The Vatican, McCann, Epstein, Maxwell, Cartels 3:40:52

3M ago3:40:52

3:40:52

Attwood Unleashed is a weekly thought-provoking multi-hour broadcast with an eclectic range of guests. Order of guests: Gerard Depardieu & Epstein’s Procurer Jean Luc Brunel: Fred Ex-Royal Protection Cop: Simon Morgan Harry and Meghan: Norman Baker Epstein and Maxwell: Jamie Dlux Madeleine McCann: Statement Analyst Peter Hyatt Royal & Vatican Crime…

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Mental Health Report: Coping with Psychopathologies 28:26

3M ago28:26

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In recognition of May’s National Mental Health Awareness Month, ICD10monitor and Talk Ten Tuesdays have invited world-renowned psychiatrist and award-winning author H. Steven Moffic, MD to update his theory of social psychopathologies for the next live edition of the weekly Internet radio broadcast. According to Dr. Moffic, those are harmful indivi…

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New Medical Technologies: Are They Audit-Proof? 27:01

3M ago27:01

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A deep dive into microbiology can reveal an up-close look at the cells that make up organs of the human body – and corresponding cancer treatments that leave no trace of damage. The science of medicine appears to be moving at the speed of light lately. But will new healthcare technologies be audit-proof? Monitoring these escalating changes and thei…

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133. AI, Datacenters and Energy - May24 29:49

3M ago29:49

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"McKinsey, BCG and S&P Global Commodity Insights project electricity demand tied to data centers to increase at a CAGR of 15% through 2030." “Booming AI demand threatens global electricity supply (FT)”. Media and consultants have recently raised the alarm about the unquenchable energy thirst of AI and datacentres. Can we believe those predictions o…

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Conversations Across Generations (Episode 2) 28:55

3M ago28:55

28:55

Welcome to the second episode of the Download, our homeschool initiative at 1201! This episode was created, recorded, and edited by students in our podcasting class. It features a conversation about various topics, presented through a game of 20 questions. Join us as we discuss everything from childhood memories to future hopes and ambitions. #TheD…

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Modifier 25: Where, When, and How to Use It Correctly 30:30

3M ago30:30

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As if buried in shifting sands like a booby trap, Modifier 25 is poised to wreak havoc on claims when it’s appended incorrectly to an evaluation and management (E&M) charge – typically to indicate a separate service on the same date of service. So, what’s a provider to do? When is it actually appropriate to append Modifier 25? How do providers indi…

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