Empowering Cardiologists and Industry with Expert Reimbursement Strategy and Compliance Insights
I am Jim Collins, CPC (Certified Professional Coder) and CCC (Certified Cardiology Coder), a healthcare reimbursement and compliance authority with over 30 years of specialized experience in cardiology coding, regulatory affairs, and physician education.
I am a recognized industry thought leader who has secured new CPT codes, influenced Medicare coverage policies, and shaped physician fee schedules. I have consulted for all four major cardiology medical device companies and worked directly with thousands of cardiologists nationwide across large group practices and ambulatory surgery centers. My expertise centers on the hottest topics in the field today—ambulatory surgery center (ASC) operations and ownership, remote monitoring of implanted cardiac rhythm management devices, remote care management programs (including principal care management and remote physiologic monitoring), subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitors, and the diabolical nature of current price transparency policies under Medicare. These policies, despite good intentions, inadvertently drive up overall healthcare costs, decrease patient access to the physician of their choice, negatively impact physician compensation, and create windfall gains for middlemen such as Medicare Advantage plans—while patients end up with two separate bills and often choose the higher out-of-pocket hospital setting even though it costs the system far more.
Why Partner with Jim Collins?
✔ Nationally recognized specialist with deep expertise in cardiology reimbursement strategy, coding accuracy, and regulatory compliance
✔ Proven track record partnering with leading device manufacturers, large cardiology groups, and electrophysiologists to integrate coverage, revenue, and compliance considerations into real-world operations
✔ Focused on today’s most impactful “lever effects” in the field, including ASC optimization, remote monitoring annuities, and care management program development
✔ Practical, physician-centric insights drawn from hands-on roles in compliance, chart auditing, provider education, and litigation support
✔ Expert analysis of the diabolical nature of price transparency and the practical policy levers (such as capping patient out-of-pocket expenses at the lowest level across sites of service) needed to align transparency with true cost reduction, improved access, and physician sustainability.
Key Areas of Expertise
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AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTERS (ASCs)
Strategies for establishing, owning, and optimizing ASCs for cardiology and electrophysiology procedures—including physician ownership pathways, 24/7 operational levers, and site-of-service reimbursement advantages.
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REMOTE MONITORING OF IMPLANTED CARDIAC DEVICES
Medicare-compliant coding, billing, and documentation for continuous remote monitoring of pacemakers, defibrillators, and subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitors, with emphasis on maximizing the annuity value while reducing administrative burden.
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REMOTE CARE MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS
Implementation and optimization of principal care management (PCM), remote physiologic monitoring (RPM), and chronic care management (CCM) services—integrating clinical workflows with compliant billing to improve patient outcomes and practice revenue.
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CARDIAC RHYTHM MANAGEMENT & SUBCUTANEOUS CARDIAC RHYTHM MONITORS
Expert guidance on documentation standards, billing protocols, and financial “lever effects” for device implants and follow-up care across office, ASC, and hospital settings.
Reviews
“We could not believe the laser focus from the physicians and the great interaction between you and them. You provide an invaluable service.”
“Several physicians have called this morning to express their thanks and comment on the quality of education you provided. Thanks again.”
“Your expertise showed immediately once the call began and you were able to communicate and answer all questions anyone would have regarding EP billing and reimbursement.”
“The feedback was wonderful! All were very thankful for your presentation and info. Thought the info was great and the format was superb.”
Let’s Connect
With over 35 years of deep experience in cardiology operations, coding strategy, and procedural environments, I’ve helped organizations solve complex challenges and uncover new opportunities. If you’re exploring high-impact initiatives, strategic partnerships, or innovative ventures where seasoned expertise can add significant value, I’d welcome the conversation.Drop me a note below — the right fit often begins with a single message.
Or call Jim Collins CPC, CCC
(518) 320-4376
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