Implementation Update on EHR
September 14, 2016We are well on our way with our implementation plans for our GH Branch implementation of Allscripts and our CMG upgrade to V11 notes. This is an exciting time for…
Read moreWe are well on our way with our implementation plans for our GH Branch implementation of Allscripts and our CMG upgrade to V11 notes. This is an exciting time for…
Read moreBelow is information on a Risk Management Seminar in case you are interested, or need CME Credits. Coverys 2016 Risk Management Seminar Click here for complete details and registration Register…
Read moreNovember 1, 2016, 7:00 am Join in person at: 2110 Silas Deane Highway, Rocky Hill, CT Or Via GoTo® Meeting on your computer or other mobile device
Read moreDecember 2, 2016
Read moreAs employers, Starling Physicians’ partners are acutely aware of the rising cost of care they must shoulder for employees and dependents. We need the reassurance that the care we pay…
Read moreI would like to share the results of a recent employee survey that was sent to all staff. The response rate was excellent with 275 responses split evenly among CMG and…
Read moreDear Partners: EHR Update The EHR rollout has begun with the Oncology Department on the Grove Hill side going live this month. Starling was awarded with the “Oncology Care Model”…
Read more“Incident to” services are defined by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) as: services that are furnished as an integral, although incidental, part of the physician’s personal, professional…
Read moreWe are moving forward with our transition from Townline Answering Service (TAS) to Advance Communications Answering Service, for the GH Branch departments. The driving factors for making this transition are…
Read moreOn August 25th, Starling Physicians was presented with the 2015 PATH Excellence in Patient Service Award by UnitedHealthcare. This was the 3rd consecutive year for this outstanding honor. This award…
Read moreOur team is dedicated to building relationships with our patients based on compassion, dialogue, and mutual respect. Hear one patient describe how her providers delivered on this promise. I wanted…
Read moreOur Department of Radiology is now accredited to perform CT scans on our pediatric, as well as adult patients. CT scans complement Starling’s wide range of imaging services including X-ray,…
Read moreComputed tomography (CT) of the body uses specialized X-ray equipment to help detect a variety of illnesses and conditions. CT scanning is fast, painless, noninvasive and accurate. In emergency cases,…
Read moreSunburn occurs when your skin is exposed to too much UV light from rays of the sun without proper sunscreen and/or clothing protection. Symptoms of sunburn can include redness, warmth,…
Read moreDr. Post shares important updates from the Electronic Medical Records Committee. Click below to watch the presentation.
Read moreThe first combined Starling health insurance committee will meet on the evening of September 8th. This committee will work with our broker, OneDigital (formerly Ovation), on a recommendation for employee…
Read moreThe Starling Board of Directors has established the date of Friday, December 2nd to hold a full day strategy planning retreat. With the merger complete and operations coming together, it is…
Read moreChief Integration Officer, Tracy King, talks with the Hartford Business Journal about how participating in the nationwide Oncology Care Model allows us to deliver on our goal of providing comprehensive…
Read moreStarling Physicians , formed through the merger of two physician groups with more than 250 providers, has been officially accepted into the Oncology Care Model (OCM) program. OCM is one of many…
Read moreYou may think of churning as something done on a dairy farm – to agitate cream and turn it into butter. The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), however,…
Read moreIn 2016, most Starling contracts with Medicare Advantage plans provide an opportunity to share in savings if we provide care more cost effectively than the projected budget would predict. Budgets…
Read morePediatrician William Currao, MD has retired this summer. We wish him a happy and healthy retirement and thank him for his many years of service. Our staff is happy to…
Read moreInternist Dr. Jonathan Pendleton was voted “Best Doctor” in the 2016 Readers’ Choice Awards by the Plainville Observer. Dr. Pendleton sees internal medicine patients in our Plainville location. Click here…
Read moreHear how one of our providers compassionately helped a patient deal with trypanophobia – fear of needles.
Read moreAs you know, National Government Services (NGS), our local Medicare Administrative Contractor, has identified certain codes and code combinations as having a high error rate for meeting documentation requirements. They…
Read moreBelow is message from Christopher Phillips at NPS regarding CMG Branch TigerText. The second wave of account activations to complete the CMG Branch migration from the Hartford Healthcare TigerText account…
Read moreSocial media allows providers at Starling Physicians to engage with your patient population, share your expertise, and provide important updates. We currently have Starling pages on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and…
Read moreWe are moving ahead with our Allscripts implementation for the GH branch. Below are some details about timing, the process, and your role in making it a success. The Allscripts…
Read moreThree medical practices in Connecticut were among nearly 200 nationwide chosen for a five-year pilot program launched by Medicare that aims to reform how cancer patients are cared for. Starling…
Read moreI am pleased to announce that Nephrologic Associates, P.C. (NA) has signed a letter of intent to join Starling Physicians with a planned date around the first of the year.…
Read moreThe Affordable Care Act authorized a quarterly incentive payment program to augment the Medicare payment for primary care services when furnished by primary care practitioners beginning in 2011 and ending in…
Read moreCongratulations to Dr. Peter Doelger. He was recently awarded the Joseph Millerick Award presented by the 4th year residents at the UCONN Health OB/GYN residency program. Learn more about Dr.…
Read moreDr. Belniak specializes in orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine. He treats a wide range of conditions and has a special interest in shoulder, knee, and elbow problems related to both…
Read moreInternist Maryanna Polukhin, MD is clinically trained in hypnosis. Dr. Polukhin, along with some of our Starling providers and patients discuss how hypnosis has had proven success in providing relief of…
Read moreI am thrilled to announce that The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced that it has selected Starling Physicians as one of nearly 200 physician group practices…
Read moreDr. Post shares important updates from the Electronic Medical Records Committee. Click below to watch the presentation that was delivered on July 13th.
Read moreIn the marketplace, value is defined as “health outcomes achieved per dollar spent”. Among payors, Medicare is leading the way in shifting to a payment methodology that rewards providers when…
Read morePatients are searching for you online so it is important to make sure your online presence is accurate. Online review sites provide important information about your areas of expertise, training,…
Read moreSome extension numbers will change when GH branches are moved onto the new ShoreTel phones. Although you will need to use the new extensions once you are a ShoreTel site,…
Read moreThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced that it has selected Starling Physicians as one of nearly 200 physician group practices and 17 health insurance companies to…
Read moreLab Billing and Consolidation Efforts I am happy to report that Medicare and Medicaid has finally approved our name change which allows us to bill for the Grove Hill branch’s lab…
Read moreDr. Larry Koch, Medical Director, shares an important new Substitute House Bill 5053 that went into effect on July 1st, 2016. The entire bill is attached for your review. Section…
Read moreThe planning process is now underway for rolling out Allscripts throughout Starling. We are in early, initial planning phases and will keep everyone up to date as we move forward…
Read moreDid you know that Starling Physicians owns an information technology company that not only provides the IT support of Starling but also provides IT support services for over 1,000 providers in Connecticut…
Read moreParticipation in Medicare’s incentive programs will continue to change the way Starling and other leading group’s practice as we have seen with the increasing challenging Meaningful Use measures. As we…
Read moreOn June 8th Starling Physicians had its first all physician meeting held at the Rocky Hill Sheraton. This was a great event getting together the physicians of Starling for the…
Read moreThe RCD went through a huge transition in January which included merging two billing offices with different workflows, building a new data base for practice management and billing, and credentialing…
Read moreDr. Vichot joins us from his clinical and research fellowship in nephrology at Yale University. Prior to this, he received his Masters in Health Administration at Tulane University’s School of…
Read moreDr. Joseph Tremaglio completed his internship, residency, and chief residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, MA. He has training in hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, inpatient consultation, outpatient care,…
Read moreThey bring a wealth of experience and will ensure healthy vascular access to facilitate the highest level of dialysis access care. Dr. Matthew Brown Dr. Brown joins us as a transplant…
Read moreProvider profiles on our website provide valuable information about your background, experience, and interests. This can be useful for patients when selecting you as a provider, and can be helpful…
Read moreThe Office of Inspector General (OIG) is the arm of the US Department of Health and Human Services that fights fraud, waste and abuse in the Medicare and Medicaid programs.…
Read moreManaging the health of populations depends on access to accurate, timely, actionable information about the population, and a well-coordinated response by an integrated team of care givers and providers. Starling…
Read moreThe Starling Board of Directors and the leadership team have been working with providers and staff to respond to our current contractual incentives while preparing for our future. The attached…
Read moreDr. John D’Avella will be retiring at the end of June. He provided exceptional care to internal medicine and nephrology patients for decades. His skill, compassion, and dedication have made…
Read moreThe New Britain Herald and Bristol Press recently announced the Best of 2016 Readers’ Poll awards. This year’s winners are: • Dr. Neil Wasserman & Dr. Larry Broisman for Internal Medicine…
Read moreBelow is an important update from Dr. Larry Koch, Medical Director. When e-mailing within the starlingphysicians.com e-mail system, the content of your e-mail is protected. If you are e-mailing to…
Read moreDermatologist Christopher Norwood, MD shares some surprising misconceptions about sunscreen. Learn how much to apply and tips for purchasing sun products. What you need to know about keeping your skin safe.…
Read moreSmith Brothers and Coverys are the official insurance and malpractice carriers for Starling Physicians. They work together on our account handling all issues including premiums and coverage. Below is their…
Read moreThe Shore Tel phone systems implementation is moving along. Our first go-live was ENT in May. The second implementation was on June 8thin Integrative Pain Management, OB, IM and Pediatrics…
Read moreListen to Starling Physicians Dermatologist, Dr. Jessica M. Gjede as she speaks with Ray Dunaway on WTIC-AM about the risks of sun exposure and how to protect yourself. For skin cancer facts,…
Read moreThere will be roughly 3 million skin cancers diagnosed in the United States this year, approximately 8500 per day. Types of skins cancers There are different types of skin…
Read moreWhat is Population Health? Much of the discussion about the future of healthcare focusses on moving to a Population Health (or “PopHealth”) approach to care. There’s lots of confusion about…
Read moreCompleting Your Documentation According to Guidelines The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has established guidelines for compliant medical record documentation. Specifically, CMS states that “All medical record entries…
Read moreStarling Physicians is committed to providing comprehensive education and timely communication to our physicians regarding coding regulations, guidelines and documentation requirements. The Compliance Committee has been established to review CMS…
Read moreAugust 2, 2016, 7:00 am Join in person at: 2110 Silas Deane Highway, Rocky Hill, CT Or Via GoTo® Meeting on your computer or other mobile device
Read moreDr. Richard F. Scarlett has joined St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center as a specialist in orthopedic surgery with Starling Physicians in New Britain. Dr. Scarlett completed his fellowship training…
Read moreAfter several meetings and a complete detailed proposal review process the 401K committee is pleased to announce that T Rowe Price has been selected as our 401K vendor for all…
Read moreCourtney is thrilled to have joined the Starling Physician community and is grateful to work alongside of such knowledgeable and caring dermatologists and staff. Courtney received her Doctorate of Nursing…
Read moreJune 8th @ 6:30 pm. Rocky Hill Sheraton
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Read moreThis is an exciting time for Starling Physicians – the integration of two leading healthcare providers who are now even better together. A strategic marketing plan has been crafted to…
Read moreDid you know that as a Coverys policyholder, you have access to specialty specific on-line education courses that will meet your state CME requirements and/or provide you with Malpractice Insurance…
Read moreThe goals for Starling are clear – become integrated, continue and prepare for our success together as we maintain our “act big, but feel small” medical care culture. The greatest focus in…
Read moreWelcome to the first CAO report. The last 12 months have been an extraordinary period including the work in preparation for the merger to the post January go live of…
Read moreVenous disease of the lower extremities affects over 25 million people, most of who suffer indefinitely. Leg discomfort, swelling, and varicose veins may be signs of significant vascular disease. Symptoms…
Read moreCongratulations to Dr. Alan Stern for being recognized by readers as one of the Top 3 Eye Doctors in the Greater Hartford area. Dr. Stern has over thirty years of…
Read moreMay is Celiac Awareness Month. Celiac disease is an immune disorder in which the body can’t tolerate gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley, because it damages the…
Read moreStarling Physicians was proud to support the Connecticut Breast Health Initiative at their recent RACE IN THE PARK on May 7th. The RACE brings thousands of people together to raise…
Read moreDr Jigisha Morosky appeared on Good Morning Connecticut to provide tips for treating severe spring allergies. Click on the video to watch the full interview. Read full article here>>
Read moreThank you for your patience as Grove Hill and CT Multispecialty joined as Starling Physicians. We would like to address some of the common questions we have received about the…
Read moreIntegrative medicine is an approach to healthcare that puts the patient at the center of care, creates a partnership between patient and healthcare provider, and addresses the full range of…
Read moreInternist Maryanna Polukhin, MD runs the Newington Integrative Medicine Center. Integrative Medicine is an approach to care that combines traditional medicine with alternative therapies that can improve the well being…
Read moreStudies show that over 50% of visits to doctors are related to stress. Integrative medicine combines traditional medicine with alternative therapies that can improve the well being of an individual,…
Read moreExercise during pregnancy can be beneficial for the majority of pregnant women. Starling Physicians OB-GYN, Dr. David Sowa, discusses the benefits of exercise, safety precautions, and how to determine the…
Read moreStarling Physicians is co-owner of National Physicians Services (NPS), one of the region’s leading healthcare information service companies. NPS recently moved to new headquarters in Rocky Hill. Bryan Graven, NPS CEO,…
Read moreDr. Komm has extensive experience treating a wide range of neurological disorders that impact the central and peripheral nervous system. If you or someone you love is facing neurological issues, Dr.…
Read moreHeart disease is the leading cause of death in the US and over a ½ million people die from cardiovascular disease each year. Dr. Randolph Panetta discusses how to manage…
Read moreHear from our Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Robert Belniak, who was recently featured on Fox CT’s “Healthier Connections.” He discusses MAKOplasty – an innovative surgical procedure for partial knee of total…
Read moreWe are proud that a number of our doctors have been recognized this year for excellence in their fields. Our doctors have been selected as either “Top Doctors” in Connecticut…
Read moreStarling Physicians, Dr. Anthony LaSala explains the science of “Broken Heart Syndrome” and why it should be treated. Learn the tell-tale signs of this condition and how prompt attention can…
Read moreDr. Michael Genovesi and Tracy King recently shared on the Dr. Jeff Says radio show why Starling Physicians is uniquely positioned to deliver the highest quality medical care in a…
Read moreStarling Physician internist, Dr. Scott Walker, shares valuable information about the critical screening tests that can help people stay healthy and identify risk factors. He explains that health screenings are…
Read moreThe flu peaks in mid February and can last into the spring. It is not too late to get the flu vaccine. Learn about the benefits of the flu vaccine. Read…
Read moreDoctors are not just for when you get sick. Regular check-ups can play an important role in helping you stay healthy, manage routine healthcare issues, and manage risk. Learn about…
Read moreOur Wethersfield Infusion Center was redesigned with the patient experience in mind. It features individual treatment bays to ensure privacy and a bright and warm setting that includes a fireplace…
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