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Pure Tungsten Highlights 500% Surge in “War Metal” Tungsten Price Amid Rising Global Conflict

Ssangjon Mine advancing toward first tungsten concentrate shipment in June 2026, as Pure Tungsten nears completion of its C$5 million pre-IPO financing

HAMILTON, BM / ACCESS Newswire / March 9, 2026 / Pure Tungsten Inc. (“Pure Tungsten” or the “Company”) highlights the rapidly strengthening market for tungsten, often referred to as the “war metal,” as global defense spending accelerates and governments seek to secure supply chains for critical military materials. In light of the recent surge in tungsten prices, the Company is currently updating its financial forecasts and development plans for the historic Ssangjon tungsten mine in South Korea ahead of a planned public listing in Canada in H1 2026.

Amidst ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, demand for tungsten has surged as governments accelerate defense production and secure supply chains for critical military materials. Tungsten is indispensable for the production of armor-piercing ammunition, missile systems, jet turbine components, and other aerospace and military technologies, making it one of the most strategically important metals in modern warfare.

The price of tungsten concentrate has risen sharply since the beginning of 2025, recently reaching levels equivalent to roughly $220,000 per tonne. The Company believes the current pricing environment could significantly enhance the economics of new non-Chinese tungsten supply and strengthen the strategic importance of projects such as Ssangjon.

Against this backdrop, Pure Tungsten expects to deliver its first shipment of tungsten concentrate from the Ssangjon mine in South Korea by June 2026, positioning the Company as one of the few emerging non-Chinese tungsten suppliers capable of supplying Western markets.

Pure Tungsten CEO, Tiger Kim, commented:
“We are proud to report that our Ssangjon mine will be back into production for the first time since 1974 in the current environment of strong tungsten prices. It’s the result of four years of hard work and planning with the first concentrate shipment planned for June 2026.”

Pure Tungsten’s large tungsten resource at the Ssangjon mine and operational mill is capable of producing high-quality tungsten concentrate and represents one of the most development-ready non-Chinese supply sources globally. Initial production is targeted at approximately 1,000 tonnes of concentrate per annum, representing roughly 8% of current non-Chinese tungsten supply, with potential for further expansion. The Ssangjon mine is situated approximately 23 kilometers from Almonty Industries’ Sangdong tungsten mine, which is also scheduled to resume production this year.

The project benefits from strong government support under South Korea’s Critical Minerals Initiative, reinforcing the country’s commitment to securing strategic supply chains for essential materials.

With legislative tailwinds in the United States, Europe, and South Korea promoting the development of critical mineral projects outside China, and with severe shortages of non-Chinese tungsten supply looming, the timing of Pure Tungsten’s production launch could not be more aligned with global strategic priorities.

For more information on Pure Tungsten, please visit the link here.

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SOURCE: Pure Tungsten Inc

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March 9, 2026
Tile Health Launches AI-Powered APCM and CCM Automation Platform for Independent Primary Care Practices

Platform deploys voice AI agents for patient enrollment, check-ins, compliance documentation, and billing reports; no setup fees or contracts

Independent primary care practices are sitting on one of the largest unclaimed revenue opportunities in Medicare – our AI handles the calls, documentation, and reports automatically.”
— Ali Elmarsafawy

BETHESDA, MD, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Tile Health, a healthcare technology company focused on primary care revenue cycle automation, today announced the full commercial launch of its Advanced Primary Care Management and Chronic Care Management automation platform for independent primary care practices. The platform uses AI voice agents to automate the patient outreach, monthly check-ins, symptom triage, compliance documentation, and billing report generation that define APCM and CCM programs — allowing practices to capture significant Medicare reimbursement without adding clinical staff.

– Addressing a $40 Billion Untapped Market

CMS introduced the APCM program on January 1, 2025, alongside existing CCM codes that have been available since 2015. Despite a combined addressable reimbursement opportunity estimated at $40 billion annually, fewer than 25,000 of the nation’s approximately 295,000 primary care providers have ever billed a single CCM claim. More than 96 percent of the approximately 23 million eligible Medicare beneficiaries remain unenrolled in any care management program.

The barrier is not reimbursement rates — CMS has raised CCM reimbursements by approximately 50 percent since 2021, with an additional 10 percent increase finalized for 2026. The barrier is the operational infrastructure required to run compliant programs: consistent monthly patient outreach, structured clinical check-ins, precise time-tracking and documentation, and monthly billing report generation. For most independent practices, these requirements exceed the capacity of existing clinical staff.

“Independent primary care practices are sitting on one of the largest unclaimed revenue opportunities in Medicare,” said Alex Frost, Chief Executive Officer of Tile Health. “Our platform removes every operational barrier between a practice and that revenue — the AI handles the calls, the documentation, and the reports. The physician reviews flagged clinical issues and approves care plans. Everything else runs automatically.”

-How the Platform Works

Tile Health’s platform integrates directly with all major EHR systems, including Epic, Oracle Health (formerly Cerner), athenahealth, eClinicalWorks, AdvancedMD, Meditech, ModMed, and NextGen. The integration allows the platform’s Smart Eligibility Engine to automatically identify patients who qualify for CCM and APCM billing based on their diagnoses and Medicare status.

Once eligible patients are identified, the platform’s AI voice agent initiates outreach calls for enrollment, obtaining verbal consent and explaining program benefits in conversational language. After enrollment, the AI conducts monthly wellness check-ins covering medication adherence, symptom reporting, activity levels, and care coordination needs. The system uses real-time clinical logic to detect and escalate red-flag symptoms — chest pain, shortness of breath, falls, mental health crises — to on-call clinical staff immediately.

All interactions are recorded with precise time-stamping, transcribed, and stored with HIPAA-compliant encryption for a minimum of seven years. At the end of each calendar month, the platform generates an audit-ready billing report mapping each patient’s contacts to the appropriate CPT or APCM G-codes, ready for submission through the practice’s existing billing workflow.

-Designed for the 2025 Regulatory Environment

The platform is built to support both legacy CCM billing (CPT codes 99490, 99439, 99491, 99487, and 99489) and the new APCM G-codes (G0556, G0557, and G0558) introduced under the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. Practices can run CCM for some patients and APCM for others — the platform tracks billing program enrollment at the patient level to prevent concurrent billing conflicts that would result in claim denial.

The platform also supports the Federally Qualified Health Center and Rural Health Clinic transition away from the all-purpose G0511 code, which CMS has indicated should be completed by October 2025. For these facilities, the platform handles the full transition mapping from G0511 to individual CCM and APCM codes without requiring operational workflow redesign.

Tile Health is HIPAA compliant and SOC 2 certified. All data is encrypted at rest and in transit. A Business Associate Agreement is signed with every partner practice prior to platform activation.

-Commercial Terms and Availability

Tile Health is available to independent primary care practices nationwide with no setup fees and no long-term contracts. The platform is offered under a per-patient monthly fee structure, allowing practices to scale program revenue before committing to platform costs. Practices with 500 or more Medicare patients with chronic conditions — the profile that generates the highest return from automated care management — see the most significant revenue impact in the first 90 days.

According to Tile Health’s internal projections, a practice with 500 eligible Medicare patients achieving 40 percent enrollment generates approximately $254,000 in annual CCM revenue on the platform before stacking with Remote Patient Monitoring or Behavioral Health Integration codes.

Interested practices can learn more and schedule a demonstration at TileHealthcare.com.

-About Tile Health

Tile Health is a USA-based healthcare technology company specializing in AI-powered chronic care management and advanced primary care management automation for independent primary care practices. The company’s platform integrates with all major EHR systems and is designed to convert Medicare’s most underutilized reimbursement programs into reliable, recurring monthly revenue for primary care practices without adding clinical staff. Tile Health is HIPAA compliant and SOC 2 certified.

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March 9, 2026
NewU Dual Academy Launches, Offering Students a Bachelor’s Degree One Year After High School

NewU Dual Academy: a live online high school where a regular calendar and course load earns 40 college credits per year toward a bachelor’s degree.

Families are doing everything they can to cut the cost of college — navigating dual enrollment, hoping it adds up. For most, it doesn’t. NewU Dual Academy was built to actually make it work.”
— Stratsi Kulinski, Founder and CEO of NewU Dual Academy

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — NewU Dual Academy, a live online high school affiliated with NewU University, today opened enrollment for Fall 2026. The school fuses grades 11 and 12 with dual credit coursework, giving students a regular high school calendar and course load while earning 40 college credits per year — 80 total by graduation. Students then choose their own path: enter the workforce early, transfer credits to another college, or complete a bachelor’s degree in just one additional year at the partner university.

Unlike conventional dual enrollment, where students patch together credits from community colleges with no guarantee they will transfer, NewU Dual Academy is built as a single integrated system. Every course a student takes in grades 11 and 12 is designed to count. There is no separate college registration process, no advising maze, and no uncertainty — because the credits come from a bachelor’s degree-granting institution from day one. All classes are taught by college professors, with monthly career coaching and small learning teams.

“Families are doing everything they can to cut the cost and time of a college degree — loading up on dual enrollment, navigating the red tape, hoping it adds up. For most, it doesn’t. NewU Dual Academy was built to actually make it work,” said Stratsi Kulinski, Founder and CEO of NewU Dual Academy.

The school’s model is informed by the Racing to Nowhere report, original survey research of 853 college-aspiring students and parents across 45 states published in February 2026. The research found that 89% of families are working to reduce the cost of a bachelor’s degree and 60% want to shorten the time it takes — yet 77% report hitting significant barriers with AP and dual enrollment: poor advising, scheduling conflicts, and deep uncertainty about whether credits will transfer. Only 23% navigated advanced coursework without major friction. The diagnosis is clear: the existing system was never designed to deliver on what families are trying to achieve.

NewU Dual Academy’s live program launches in Eastern and Central time zones. For students outside those zones — or students who prefer to stay at their current high school — Dual Academy Flex offers asynchronous individual course enrollment available worldwide, on the student’s own schedule, without transferring schools.

NewU Dual Academy is now enrolling students for Fall 2026. Learn more and apply at dualacademy.org.

About NewU Dual Academy
NewU Dual Academy is a Washington, DC-based live online high school and a member of Cognia, affiliated with NewU University, a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). Founded to make the shortest and most affordable path to a bachelor’s degree accessible to families across the U.S. and worldwide, Dual Academy is backed by original research on where the existing system is failing students and built from the ground up to fix it. The school is currently seeking angel and seed investment to accelerate its launch and expansion. Learn more at dualacademy.org.

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March 9, 2026
Tile Health Releases Guide on Medicare’s APCM and CCM Billing Codes for Primary Care Practices

APCM vs. CCM: what every primary care practice needs to know before switching; rates, rules, revenue impact, and who actually benefits from the new codes.

For practices entering care management for the first time, APCM’s simplified structure — no time clock, no per-minute documentation — lowers the barrier to program launch.”
— Ali Elmarsafawy, CEO, Tile Health

BETHESDA, MD, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — A New Program, New Codes, and a Decision Every Primary Care Practice Must Make

On January 1, 2025, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services quietly launched one of the most significant changes to primary care reimbursement in the past decade. The new Advanced Primary Care Management program, known as APCM, introduced three new billing codes that do not replace Chronic Care Management so much as they reframe it — bundling more services, eliminating time-based documentation requirements, and potentially changing the financial calculus for tens of thousands of independent practices across the country.

For physicians and practice administrators already running CCM programs, the question is not whether APCM exists. The question is whether switching to it makes sense — and the answer, it turns out, is far more nuanced than CMS’s rollout materials suggest.

WHAT APCM ACTUALLY IS
APCM consolidates elements of Chronic Care Management, Principal Care Management, and Transitional Care Management into three risk-stratified monthly billing codes. Code G0556 covers patients with zero to one chronic condition and reimburses approximately $15 per patient per month. Code G0557 covers patients with two or more chronic conditions at roughly $49 per patient per month. Code G0558 applies to patients with two or more chronic conditions who also qualify as Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries — the lowest-income Medicare recipients — and pays approximately $107 per patient per month.

Unlike CCM, which requires documented clinical staff time of at least 20 minutes per month, APCM uses a flat monthly payment tied to risk level. Practices are expected to provide a defined set of 13 service elements — including care planning, medication management, 24/7 access to care, and health risk assessments — but are not required to track time to the minute.

That last point is significant. For practices that have struggled with CCM’s time-documentation burden, APCM’s elimination of the clock requirement sounds like relief.

THE REVENUE REALITY IS MORE COMPLICATED
For many practices currently billing CCM, a switch to APCM could actually reduce monthly revenue. The average CCM reimbursement through CPT 99490 runs approximately $60 per patient per month at national rates. A practice billing an additional 20-minute add-on under CPT 99439 can collect close to $106 per patient per month. Under APCM, that same patient would generate $49 per month under G0557 — a reduction of more than 50 percent.

For reference, current national average rates are as follows. CPT 99490 (CCM, non-complex, first 20 minutes) reimburses $60.49 per month. CPT 99439 (CCM add-on, each additional 20 minutes) reimburses $45.93 per month. G0557 (APCM Level 2, two or more conditions) reimburses $48.84 per month. G0558 (APCM Level 3, QMB plus two or more conditions) reimburses $107.07 per month. Source: CMS 2025 Physician Fee Schedule. Rates are national averages.

The exception is G0558. For practices with a substantial population of Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries — a demographic more common in community health centers, rural practices, and safety-net clinics — the $107 monthly rate matches or exceeds what most CCM programs generate. For those practices, APCM Level 3 could represent a material revenue improvement.

THE RULES THAT MAKE SWITCHING IRREVERSIBLE, MONTH TO MONTH
A critical compliance point that many practices miss: a patient cannot be enrolled in both APCM and CCM during the same calendar month. There is no partial billing or parallel enrollment. If a practice transitions a patient to APCM, it must bill exclusively under the APCM G-codes for that patient going forward for that month. The two programs cannot be layered.

Additionally, APCM eliminates separate billing for Transitional Care Management and communication technology-based services — codes that many practices have used to supplement CCM revenue. Those payments are now bundled into the APCM global rate.

WHO SHOULD SWITCH AND WHO SHOULD WAIT
Healthcare finance analysts have largely converged on a segmented recommendation: practices with high concentrations of low-income Medicare patients eligible for G0558 stand to benefit most from APCM. Community health centers, rural health clinics, and practices serving Medicaid-Medicare dual eligibles should model their patient panels against APCM Level 3 rates before dismissing the new codes.

For practices with typical Medicare patient populations where most patients qualify under G0557 rather than G0558, the math currently favors remaining in CCM — especially those that have built efficient time-documentation workflows. The time investment required to reach the 20-minute CCM threshold can, in many cases, be offset by billing the add-on code, yielding per-patient revenue that APCM cannot currently match.

A third group — practices that have never successfully launched a CCM program due to staffing barriers — may find APCM’s simplified structure more accessible. Removing time-tracking requirements reduces the operational overhead that causes an estimated 38 percent of CCM programs to fail within six months.

WHAT TECHNOLOGY MAKES POSSIBLE
The most significant development in the CCM and APCM landscape for 2025 is not the new billing codes themselves — it is the maturation of AI-powered automation platforms that address the enrollment and documentation barriers that have kept most practices from participating in either program.

Fewer than 25,000 of the nation’s approximately 295,000 primary care providers have ever billed CPT 99490, according to Medicare claims data. The gap is not lack of eligible patients — roughly 23 million Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries qualify for some form of care management — but lack of operational infrastructure to reach them. AI voice agent platforms like https://www.tilehealthcare.com are automating patient outreach calls, monthly check-ins, care plan updates, and compliance documentation, allowing practices to run full-scale programs without adding clinical staff.

Whether a practice chooses CCM or APCM, the program only generates revenue when patients are enrolled and monthly contacts are completed. For most practices, that is the operational problem that needs solving first.

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March 9, 2026
Tile Health Analysis Reveals CCM Billing Could Generate Over $1 Million Annually for Mid-Size Primary Care Practices

AI voice agents automate patient enrollment, monthly check-ins, and billing for CCM and APCM — helping practices capture Medicare revenue without adding staff.

Our platform removes every operational barrier between a practice and that revenue; the AI handles the calls, documentation, and reports. Everything else runs automatically.”
— Ali Elmarsafawy, CEO, Tile Health

BETHESDA, MD, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The revenue potential of Medicare’s Chronic Care Management program is more significant than most primary care practices recognize, according to a new financial analysis published by Tile Health. Despite compelling reimbursement figures, the majority of eligible practices have yet to enroll a single patient.

The core financial premise is straightforward. Medicare pays a monthly recurring fee for each enrolled patient who receives the required care management contact. Unlike visit-based revenue, which requires an in-person appointment, CCM generates payment for every month of active enrollment — even months when no office visit occurs. For practices with large Medicare populations, that recurring monthly revenue base can become a significant and predictable income stream.

REVENUE PROJECTIONS BY PRACTICE SIZE
The following projections are based on national average 2025 reimbursement rates for CPT 99490 ($60.49) and the first add-on code CPT 99439 ($45.93). A patient generating 40 minutes of monthly contact produces approximately $106 in combined CCM revenue. These figures are pre-cost; operational expenses vary by staffing model.

100 enrolled patients generate approximately $10,600 per month, $127,200 annually, and $195,000 or more per year with an RPM stack. 250 enrolled patients generate approximately $26,500 per month, $318,000 annually, and $487,500 or more per year with an RPM stack. 500 enrolled patients generate approximately $53,000 per month, $636,000 annually, and $975,000 or more per year with an RPM stack. 750 enrolled patients generate approximately $79,500 per month, $954,000 annually, and $1.46 million or more per year with an RPM stack.

Projections are based on 2025 national average CPT 99490 and CPT 99439 reimbursement rates. RPM stack assumes approximately $55 per patient per month in concurrent billing.

THE ENROLLMENT RATE VARIABLE
These projections assume full enrollment of the stated patient count. In practice, enrollment rates vary. Industry data suggests that well-run CCM programs with active outreach achieve 30 to 50 percent enrollment of eligible patients within the first year. A practice with 500 eligible patients achieving 40 percent enrollment would have 200 enrolled patients — generating approximately $254,400 annually from CCM alone before stacking.

The enrollment rate is the single variable with the highest leverage on CCM revenue. A 10 percentage point improvement in enrollment — from 30 percent to 40 percent of eligible patients — increases annual revenue by roughly $127,200 for a practice with 500 eligible patients. Patient outreach and enrollment automation are therefore the highest-value investments a practice can make once a CCM program is underway.

THE COST SIDE OF THE EQUATION
Revenue projections are only meaningful alongside a realistic cost estimate. Three staffing models carry materially different cost structures.

In-house dedicated staff: An RN care coordinator dedicated to CCM earns a national median salary of approximately $77,000 per year. At the standard 1:250 patient ratio, a practice with 250 enrolled patients can sustain one FTE, with the remaining CCM revenue — approximately $241,000 annually — flowing as margin. At 100 enrolled patients, in-house staffing is not financially viable on CCM revenue alone.

Outsourced CCM services: Full-service vendors typically charge 30 to 45 percent of collected CCM revenue or a per-patient monthly fee of $20 to $35. At the mid-range, a practice collecting $106 per enrolled patient per month might pay $35 to the vendor, retaining $71 in net revenue. For 250 patients, that represents approximately $213,000 in annual net revenue with zero internal staffing cost.

AI-automated platforms: Platforms that deploy AI voice agents for outreach, check-ins, and documentation — such as https://www.tilehealthcare.com — typically charge flat per-patient fees or platform fees that represent a fraction of collected CCM revenue. This cost structure enables practices to run programs at smaller panel sizes of 100 or more patients without the revenue dilution of full-service outsourcing or the headcount requirements of in-house staffing.

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March 9, 2026
Dunwoody Recovery Place Expands Adult Addiction Treatment Services in Atlanta

Dunwoody Recovery Place offers comprehensive addiction treatment, alcohol detox, and relapse prevention therapy for adults across Atlanta and Georgia.

Comprehensive treatment and supervised detox provide adults with the structure, care, and tools needed for lasting recovery.”
— Dunwoody Recovery Place Clinical Team

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Dunwoody Recovery Place, a leading addiction treatment center in Atlanta, Georgia, is expanding access to evidence-based programs designed to support adults struggling with substance use disorders. As addiction continues to impact individuals and families across Georgia, the organization is strengthening its treatment services to ensure adults have access to comprehensive care that supports both immediate stabilization and long-term recovery.

Substance use disorders can affect every aspect of a person’s life, including physical health, emotional well-being, relationships, and career stability. Many individuals who struggle with addiction face significant barriers when seeking help, including uncertainty about treatment options, stigma surrounding addiction, and concerns about withdrawal symptoms. Dunwoody Recovery Place works to address these challenges by offering structured treatment programs that provide professional guidance, clinical care, and supportive recovery environments.

Located in Atlanta, the center serves individuals from across the region who are seeking compassionate and effective addiction treatment. Through a combination of medical support, therapeutic counseling, and holistic recovery strategies, Dunwoody Recovery Place helps adults begin the healing process and develop the skills needed to maintain lasting sobriety.

The organization’s treatment philosophy focuses on personalized care. Every patient entering treatment receives an individualized plan designed to address their specific experiences with addiction, mental health concerns, and long-term recovery goals. This personalized approach allows clinicians to support patients through each stage of the recovery journey while ensuring treatment remains responsive to their evolving needs.

Recognizing the Need for Alcohol Detox

Alcohol detox is often the first and most critical step in the recovery process. When individuals who have been drinking heavily attempt to stop suddenly, the body may experience withdrawal symptoms that can range from mild discomfort to severe medical complications.

Alcohol withdrawal occurs because prolonged alcohol use alters the brain’s chemistry and nervous system functioning. When alcohol is suddenly removed, the body must adjust to functioning without it, which can trigger a range of physical and psychological symptoms.

Recognizing the warning signs that professional detox may be necessary can help individuals seek treatment before symptoms escalate. Common indicators that medical supervision may be required include:

• Tremors or shaking
• Nausea and vomiting
• Rapid heart rate and excessive sweating
• Anxiety, restlessness, or agitation
• Difficulty sleeping or insomnia
• Confusion or disorientation
• Visual or auditory hallucinations

In severe cases, alcohol withdrawal can lead to a condition known as delirium tremens (DTs), which can cause seizures, severe confusion, and life-threatening complications. Because symptoms can escalate quickly, attempting to detox without medical supervision can place individuals at significant risk.

Dunwoody Recovery Place emphasizes medically supervised detox to ensure patient safety during withdrawal. Clinical professionals monitor vital signs, manage symptoms, and provide supportive care that helps individuals stabilize safely during the early stages of recovery.

Comprehensive Adult Addiction Treatment

Adult addiction treatment at Dunwoody Recovery Place addresses both the physical and psychological components of substance use disorders. Recovery requires more than simply stopping substance use; it involves understanding the emotional and behavioral factors that contribute to addiction.
The center provides comprehensive treatment plans that combine medical care with therapeutic interventions designed to support lasting behavioral change. Patients work closely with clinicians and counselors who guide them through the recovery process while helping them develop healthier coping mechanisms.

Treatment plans may include:

• Medically supervised detox to safely manage withdrawal symptoms and stabilize patients
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to address negative thought patterns and emotional responses
• Individual therapy sessions that allow patients to explore personal challenges related to addiction
• Group counseling sessions where individuals share experiences and build peer support networks
• Family therapy to strengthen communication and rebuild relationships affected by addiction
• 12-Step fellowships and aftercare planning to support ongoing recovery

In addition to traditional therapy methods, Dunwoody Recovery Place incorporates experiential and holistic elements that support overall well-being.
These programs may include:

• Experiential therapy designed to encourage self-reflection and personal growth
• Art therapy sessions that allow patients to express emotions creatively
• Yoga and mindfulness practices that promote stress reduction and emotional balance
• Animal-assisted therapy that fosters connection, empathy, and relaxation
• Nutrition and wellness programs that support physical health during recovery

By integrating multiple therapeutic approaches, the center provides a comprehensive recovery experience that addresses the emotional, behavioral, and physical aspects of addiction.

Addressing Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions

Many adults struggling with addiction also experience underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma-related stress, or mood disorders. These co-occurring conditions can significantly influence substance use patterns and complicate the recovery process.
Dunwoody Recovery Place provides integrated treatment for individuals experiencing both addiction and mental health challenges. This dual-diagnosis approach allows clinicians to address emotional and psychological concerns alongside substance use behaviors.
Therapy sessions often focus on helping individuals understand how mental health challenges may contribute to addictive behaviors. Patients learn strategies for managing stress, regulating emotions, and developing healthier coping mechanisms.
By addressing both addiction and mental health conditions simultaneously, patients are better prepared to maintain long-term stability and reduce the risk of relapse.

Relapse Prevention and Long-Term Support

Relapse prevention is a central component of the treatment approach at Dunwoody Recovery Place. Recovery is a long-term process, and individuals must develop practical strategies for navigating life’s challenges without returning to substance use.

Patients participate in therapy sessions and educational programs that focus on identifying triggers, managing cravings, and responding to stressful situations in healthier ways. These skills help individuals maintain progress while building confidence in their ability to manage difficult circumstances.

Relapse prevention planning often includes:

• Identifying high-risk situations and emotional triggers
• Developing coping strategies for stress and cravings
• Creating structured daily routines that support recovery
• Strengthening support networks within family and community

Structured aftercare programs are also available to provide continued support once primary treatment has been completed. These programs help individuals remain connected to recovery resources while reinforcing the skills learned during treatment.

Building Strong Support Systems

Recovery is rarely achieved in isolation. Strong support networks often play a vital role in helping individuals maintain motivation and accountability throughout the recovery journey.

Dunwoody Recovery Place encourages patients to build connections with supportive peers, family members, and community resources. Group therapy sessions allow individuals to share experiences with others who understand the challenges of addiction.

Family therapy sessions also help rebuild trust and improve communication within relationships that may have been strained by substance use. By involving loved ones in the recovery process, patients often feel more supported and encouraged to continue making positive changes.
Developing strong support systems helps individuals maintain long-term sobriety and strengthens their ability to navigate future challenges.

Serving Atlanta and Communities Across Georgia

Dunwoody Recovery Place remains committed to expanding access to addiction treatment throughout Atlanta and communities across Georgia. As awareness surrounding substance use disorders continues to grow, the organization aims to ensure individuals have access to reliable, compassionate care when they are ready to seek help.

By combining clinical expertise with individualized treatment programs, the center provides adults with the tools needed to regain stability and rebuild healthier lives.

The organization’s commitment to compassionate care, professional treatment, and long-term recovery support continues to make a meaningful impact for individuals and families affected by addiction.

Through structured programs, supervised detox, and comprehensive therapeutic services, Dunwoody Recovery Place helps adults take meaningful steps toward lasting recovery and improved well-being.

Individuals seeking professional support for substance use disorders or confidential guidance regarding treatment options can contact Dunwoody Recovery Place directly for more information about available services.

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March 9, 2026
The Tampa Bay Empanada Festival Returns This Spring With 50+ Empanadas and a New Home at Derby Lane

TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — One of Tampa Bay’s most anticipated food festivals is returning this spring with a new venue and an expanded experience for fans of one of the world’s most beloved handheld foods…empanadas! The fourth annual Tampa Bay Empanada Festival will take place on April 18th and 19th at Derby Lane, with tickets now officially on sale.

The festival has quickly grown into a fan favorite in the Tampa Bay area, drawing food lovers from across the region to celebrate the diverse flavors and cultural traditions behind the iconic empanada. This year’s event will introduce guests to more than 50 varieties of empanadas prepared by over 15 food vendors and local restaurants, each offering their own unique interpretation of the classic dish.

From traditional Latin American recipes passed down through generations to modern culinary twists and creative fillings, the Tampa Bay Empanada Festival offers guests the opportunity to sample flavors from across cultures all in one place.

“We created the Tampa Bay Empanada Festival as a way to bring people together around great food and culture,” said Patrick Green, Co-Founder of the Tampa Bay Empanada Festival. “This festival gives people the chance to explore different styles and flavors of empanadas while supporting local vendors and enjoying a lively weekend with friends and family.”

This year’s move to the spacious Derby Lane venue allows the festival to welcome more vendors, expand entertainment offerings, and create a larger gathering space for guests to explore food, music, and activities throughout the weekend.

In addition to empanada tastings, festivalgoers can enjoy live music performances, cocktails and craft beverages, interactive games, and a lively festival environment designed to bring the community together around food and culture.

One of the most popular ticket options is the “El Jefe” VIP Experience, which offers guests an upgraded way to enjoy the festival. VIP ticket holders receive six curated cocktail tastings, access to a dedicated VIP lounge area, expedited entry through a private entrance, shaded dining tent seating, and additional amenities designed for comfort throughout the day.

“We like to say the VIP experience means your weekend plans are handled,” said Stephen McFarlane, Co-Founder of the Tampa Bay Empanada Festival. “Guests can enjoy cocktail tastings, relax in the VIP area, and spend the day discovering great empanadas and local vendors.”

The Tampa Bay Empanada Festival has become known not only for its wide variety of food offerings but also for highlighting the cultural traditions behind the dish. Across Latin America and beyond, empanadas have long been a symbol of comfort food and community, with each region bringing its own ingredients, cooking styles, and flavors to the table.

By bringing together local chefs, restaurants, and food vendors, the festival provides an opportunity for guests to explore these traditions while supporting small businesses and culinary entrepreneurs across the Tampa Bay region.

General admission tickets are free with RSVP before 2 p.m. and $5 after 2 p.m., making the event accessible for families and casual festivalgoers alike.
For those looking for an elevated experience, El Jefe VIP tickets start at $39 during the early sale period before increasing to $49. Organizers encourage guests to purchase VIP tickets early, as the limited VIP experiences have sold out in previous years.

With thousands of attendees expected across the two-day event, organizers anticipate another strong turnout as the festival continues to grow into one of Tampa Bay’s most flavorful spring traditions.

Tickets and additional event information are available now at www.tampaempanadas.com.

The Tampa Bay Empanada Festival is an annual event that celebrates the diverse flavors and traditions of empanadas from around the world. The festival brings together local food vendors, chefs, and community partners for a weekend of food, drinks, music, and entertainment in the Tampa Bay area. Tickets and additional event information are available now at www.tampaempanadas.com.

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March 9, 2026
The Complete Guide to APCM Billing Codes: G0556, G0557, and G0558

A complete breakdown of APCM billing codes G0556, G0557, and G0558 – eligibility requirements, reimbursement rates, and billing rules for 2025.

For practices entering care management for the first time, APCM’s simplified structure – no time clock, no per-minute documentation — lowers the barrier to program launch.”
— Ali Elmarsafawy, CEO, Tile Health

BETHESDA, MD, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — What Practices Need to Know Before Billing APCM in 2025
The Advanced Primary Care Management program introduced three new HCPCS G-codes effective January 1, 2025, under the final 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. These codes represent CMS’s most ambitious restructuring of care management reimbursement in years — consolidating Chronic Care Management, Principal Care Management, and Transitional Care Management into a streamlined, risk-stratified monthly payment model.

For practice administrators and billing staff navigating these codes for the first time, the following guide covers patient eligibility, service requirements, reimbursement rates, billing rules, and the compliance documentation practices need to avoid claim denial.

The Three APCM Codes: Eligibility and Rates
G0556 (APCM Level 1) covers Medicare beneficiaries who have zero or one chronic condition. The 2025 national average reimbursement is approximately $15.20 per patient per month. This level was specifically designed to expand the addressable population of care management beyond the traditional CCM threshold — for the first time, practices can bill for care management services for patients with fewer than two chronic conditions.

G0557 (APCM Level 2) covers patients with two or more chronic conditions and reimburses approximately $48.84 per patient per month. This is the most commonly applicable code for typical Medicare patient panels and is the direct functional equivalent of the non-complex CCM service previously billed under CPT 99490.

G0558 (APCM Level 3) covers patients with two or more chronic conditions who are also Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries — individuals who qualify for Medicaid assistance with Medicare premiums and cost-sharing. The 2025 national average reimbursement is approximately $107.07 per patient per month, reflecting the higher complexity and social risk associated with this population.

The 13 APCM Service Elements
Unlike CCM, which bills based on documented clinical staff time, APCM reimburses based on the practice’s capacity to provide 13 defined service elements on an as-needed basis each month. Billing a G-code represents attestation that the practice has the systems in place to deliver all 13 elements. The elements are:

• Initiation of the APCM service with patient consent
• Comprehensive care management, including care plan development and revision
• 24/7 access to clinical staff for urgent care needs
• Continuity of care with a designated practitioner
• Comprehensive care planning addressing all health issues
• Management of care transitions between settings or providers
• Coordination with home- and community-based service providers
• Patient and caregiver education and engagement
• Medication reconciliation and management
• Documentation of all APCM services in a certified EHR
• Beneficiary consent and documentation of that consent
• Health risk assessment (required annually)
• Identification and communication of available community resources

CMS does not require practices to document time spent on each element. The attestation that these services are available and being provided is sufficient for billing compliance — a fundamental departure from the CCM documentation model.

Key Billing Rules and Restrictions
Several billing rules govern APCM that differ materially from CCM and can cause claim denials if misunderstood.
No concurrent CCM billing. A patient enrolled in APCM cannot also receive CCM services billed under CPT 99490, 99439, 99491, 99487, or 99489 in the same month. The two programs are mutually exclusive at the patient level on a monthly basis.

No concurrent TCM billing. Transitional Care Management services (CPT 99495 and 99496) are bundled into the APCM global payment and cannot be billed separately for an APCM patient in the same month.

Patient consent is required. Written or verbal consent from the beneficiary must be documented before APCM services begin. The consent process must explain the nature of the services, the associated cost-sharing, and the patient’s right to stop participating at any time.

One APCM bill per patient per month. Only one G-code can be billed per beneficiary per calendar month, and only by one billing provider. If a patient sees multiple providers, only the designated APCM provider bills the monthly code.

FQHCs and RHCs face a transition deadline. Federally Qualified Health Centers and Rural Health Clinics currently billing the all-purpose care management code G0511 are expected to transition to individual APCM and CCM codes by October 2025. Practices in these settings should begin planning the transition immediately.

Revenue Implications and a Common Miscalculation
A widespread misunderstanding among practices reviewing APCM is treating G0557 as a direct revenue upgrade from CPT 99490. The comparison is incomplete. A practice billing both CPT 99490 ($60.49) and the add-on CPT 99439 ($45.93) for a single patient generating 40 minutes of CCM contact collects approximately $106 per month. Under APCM, that same patient generates $48.84 per month — a reduction of more than 50 percent.

The break-even comparison only favors APCM for practices whose patient panels include substantial numbers of QMB-eligible beneficiaries (G0558 at $107.07) or for practices that have been unable to consistently reach the 20-minute CCM time threshold and have therefore been billing far less than the theoretical maximum.

For practices just entering care management for the first time, APCM’s simplified structure — no time clock, no per-minute documentation — may lower the operational barrier enough to make program launch viable. Automated platforms designed for care management, such as TileHealthcare.com, handle patient outreach, check-ins, and compliance documentation regardless of whether a practice is billing under CCM or APCM codes.

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March 9, 2026
Beyond Ride and Monarch Transitions Highlight a More Compassionate Approach to Senior Transportation in Tacoma

Tacoma story highlights how wheelchair transportation and senior transition support can make moving into assisted living facilities safer, calmer, and dignified

TACOMA, WA, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — For many families in Tacoma, one of the most difficult days in senior care is the day an older adult must leave a longtime home. Whether the move is to assisted living facilities in Tacoma, a new residence after hospitalization, or a smaller home, transition day can be emotionally and physically overwhelming. Seniors often face uncertainty, fatigue, and mobility challenges at the same time families are trying to coordinate multiple moving parts.

One of the most overlooked problems during these transitions is transportation. Families may carefully plan relocation, downsizing, and caregiving support, yet wheelchair transportation or medical transportation is often treated as a separate logistical task. When reliable wheelchair transport or medical transport is not properly coordinated, delays, rushed transfers, and unfamiliar vehicles can increase anxiety and physical strain for seniors, especially those who rely on wheelchair taxi or taxi wheelchair services.

A more thoughtful approach begins when senior transition support and dependable medical transportation work together. Recently in Tacoma, a moment quietly reflected this possibility when Monarch Transitions attended a community Christmas gathering hosted by Beyond Ride. There was no announcement and no formal agreement between the organizations, yet the shared presence of both services highlighted how coordinated support could improve transition days for seniors across the community.

Monarch Transitions specializes in senior move management and relocation support. Their work focuses on helping older adults and their families manage downsizing, organizing belongings, and navigating the emotional aspects of moving into assisted living facilities or new living environments. These services bring structure and compassion to transitions that can otherwise feel chaotic.

Beyond Ride focuses on wheelchair transportation, medical transportation, and non emergency medical transport services throughout Tacoma. Their wheelchair taxi and accessible vehicle services help seniors travel safely to medical appointments, care facilities, and essential destinations. For seniors who rely on wheelchair transportation, dependable vehicles and trained assistance can significantly reduce physical stress and safety risks during travel.

When these types of services align, transition day becomes less fragmented. Seniors moving into assisted living facilities in Tacoma can travel from their home to a new residence with continuity and support rather than confusion or rushed arrangements. In this model, wheelchair transport and medical transportation become a natural extension of the overall care experience.

Families benefit from this coordination as well. Transition days often require them to manage housing changes, healthcare needs, and emotional support for their loved ones at the same time. Reliable medical transport and wheelchair transportation remove one major uncertainty, allowing families to focus on the well being of the senior rather than logistics.

This level of support becomes especially important for seniors managing health conditions or mobility limitations. Professional wheelchair taxi services and medical transport providers ensure that seniors travel in accessible vehicles designed for safe transfers and stable seating. This helps protect dignity while improving overall safety.

It is important to clarify that there is currently no formal partnership between Beyond Ride and Monarch Transitions. The moment observed at the Christmas gathering simply reflects shared values within Tacoma’s senior support community. Both organizations approach their work with a commitment to compassion, safety, and respect for seniors navigating major life changes.

As Tacoma’s population continues to age, more families will face complex transition days involving relocation, medical care, and transportation needs. Assisted living facilities, caregivers, and mobility providers all play important roles in helping seniors move through these moments with confidence.

Moments like this demonstrate how thoughtful coordination can begin naturally within a community. When senior transition specialists and wheelchair transportation providers share the same focus on dignity and care, seniors experience smoother journeys and families gain greater peace of mind during one of life’s most important changes.

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March 9, 2026
NuWatt Lighting Launches Trimless Anti-Glare Recessed Lights for Modern Spaces

New recessed lighting line delivers a clean, built-in ceiling finish with reduced glare and refined light control

High end recessed lighting does not have to mean expensive. It means the product is built to perform, designed with intention, and adds style and beauty to the home.”
— Jason Mehraban

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — NuWatt Lighting, a leader in innovative residential and commercial lighting solutions, today announced the launch of its new Trimless Anti-Glare Recessed Lights. The collection builds on NuWatt’s growing recessed lighting portfolio with a trimless architectural design that pairs a mudded-in finish with controlled, glare-reduced illumination.

Designed to integrate directly into the ceiling surface so that only the light aperture remains visible, the trimless recessed lights maintain a smooth, uninterrupted ceiling plane commonly found in galleries, boutique hotels, and modern luxury homes.

The new architectural lighting line also features a deep regressed LED light source engineered specifically to reduce glare. The positioning helps shield the eye from direct brightness at common viewing angles, creating a more relaxed lighting experience throughout the room. A softer light output enhances finishes and architectural details without drawing attention to the downlight.

“Our mission has always been to create high end lighting while remaining affordable,” said Jason Mehraban, Vice President of NuWatt Lighting. “Our new trimless anti-glare recessed lights reflect that commitment by delivering an elevated design, a 45+ year lifespan, and reliable performance at a practical price.”

“High end recessed lighting does not have to mean expensive,” Mehraban added. “It means the product is built to perform, designed with intention, and adds style and beauty to the home.”

The Trimless Anti-Glare Recessed Lights are available now through NuWatt Lighting and authorized distribution partners.

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