On November 12, 2025, the State of Maryland and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) amended the Achieving Healthcare Efficiency through Accountable Design (AHEAD) Model, which Model is now the basis of the “waiver” that allows Maryland, via the Maryland Health Services Cost Review Commission (HSCRC), to set the rates that Maryland hospitals…Read More
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) became law on July 4, 2025. This article addresses key provisions of OBBBA that: limit how states fund their share of Medicaid; limit how states may pay Medicaid providers; and limit the activities of Medicaid providers. This third article addresses key provisions of OBBBA that: limit how states…Read More
For nearly three decades, the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) provided clear guidance for competitor collaborations through a series of policy statements and guidelines. Among the most relied-upon were the 1996 Health Care Anti-trust Policy Statements and the 2000 Antitrust Guidelines for Collaborations Among Competitors. These policies established “safety zones” that…Read More
Effective October 1, 2025, the Maryland Fair Medical Debt Reporting Act prohibits health care facilities, practitioners, ambulance ser-vices, and entities primarily providing medical services, products, or devices from disclosing medical debt to consumer reporting agencies. Also, contracts for the purchase or collec-tion of medical debt must include a provision prohibiting the disclosure of medical debt…Read More
The federal Occupational of Safety and Health Administration reports that 75% of all workplace assaults occur in health care settings. Yet, most of these incidents are never brought to the justice system for a variety of reasons, including obstacles inherent in the process, a lack of understanding about how to pursue criminal charges, and fear…Read More
Key Details: Financial management, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making are pivotal to medical practices today. Increasing overhead costs and shifting reimbursement models have created increased administrative burdens and lowered profit margins. However, medical practices can improve profitability by assessing their cost structure and improving reimbursement strategies. Medical practices should note that accurate and reliable financial /…Read More
In today’s modern workplace, promoting both physical and mental wellbeing is no longer just a trend, it’s a necessity. Employees thrive in environments that support their health, comfort, and overall sense of balance. Thoughtful design plays a major role in achieving this, from dedicated wellness spaces to flexible layouts and natural elements that foster calm,…Read More
When planning an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC), especially within an existing building, there’s one thing that becomes clear very quickly: no two projects are the same. The needs of the users, the types of procedures performed, and the nuances of certification and code requirements mean it’s never a plug-and-play process. That’s why the most important…Read More
Color isn’t an afterthought—it’s a strategic design decision that shapes how people feel, think, and heal. In healthcare spaces, where environments can influence everything from anxiety to trust, color becomes a subtle but essential part of care. At Interplan, we understand that a healing environment goes beyond equipment and lighting—it’s built through design choices that…Read More
In our previous post, we explored how color influences how people feel, think, and heal, especially in healthcare environments where stress levels are high and comfort is critical. But selecting the right color isn’t just about choosing calming blues or energizing yellows. It’s also about applying those choices in a way that aligns with the function,…Read More