Q&A: Compliance with MOON

Q: Now that CMS has released a new version of the Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice (MOON) how should my organization proceed?

A: CMS released a new version of the MOON August 1, but it must go through the public comment period. After that time, it will be issued an Office of Management and Budget number and then there will be a 90-day implementation period. Until that time, hospitals should follow any state regulations for notices to outpatients and patients receiving observation services.

Ronald Hirsch, MD, FACP, CHCQM, vice president of the Regulations and Education Group at Accretive Health in Chicago, answered this question.

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