Prepare for Winter Weather*

Another winter weather event may hit Atlanta early next week with frigid temperatures coming to the area on Sunday. Prepare your practice with the following tips:

Protect Your Pipes:

• Open cabinet doors at night to keep warm air circulating around pipes.
• Let cold water drip from faucets connected to exterior pipes.
• Use pipe sleeves for added insulation on exposed pipes.
• Keep thermostat set to same temperature as day-time temperature (no lower than 55°F); this will reduce repair bill if pipes do burst.

Plan for Emergencies:

• Ensure your emergency contact lists are up-to-date, including building management and after-hours maintenance if you lease your space.
• Maintain a current staff contact list or phone tree and ensure clear communication plans are in place to effectively manage closures or other urgent updates.
• Test backup generators and confirm that IT systems and vaccines are properly protected. If vaccines are not connected to a backup generator, create a plan to relocate and store them safely during a power outage.

No-Show Guidance from MGMA Stat*

View an article from MGMA Stat on handling no-show fees.

G2211 Documentation Example and Guidance*

As a follow up from the discussions in the Coding Webinar, view a potential documentation example that could support G2211 from Mary Suhr.

Additionally, view a document on How to Use the Office & Outpatient Evaluation and Management Visit Complexity Add-on Code G2211 flier developed by MLN matters for additional guidance.

Cigna + Oscar Discontinuing Small Group Plans*

KHF received additional information about the Cigna + Oscar coverage ending. Cigna will continue to serve Cigna + Oscar members until their renewal date in 2025. View a flyer highlighting this change. 

View the January issue of the Kids Health First Billing and Coding newsletter here.

2025 Pediatric Coding Webinar

• View the presentation slides
• Watch the recording



AAP Updated Refusal to Immunize Form

• Refusal to Immunize Form
• Microsoft Word template
• AAP letter for additional background on documenting refusal of recommended childhood immunizations.
• Additional provider and parent resources

Practice Administrator Contact List

Kids Health First Who to Call List

Kids Health First Intranet Page