CMS updated its novel coronavirus (COVID-19) billing and coding FAQs on April 9 to address new information on payment for specimen collection, diagnostic laboratory services, and hospital services including temporary expansion sites.
This week’s Medicare updates include proposed rules for the inpatient psychiatric facility, skilled nursing facility, and hospice prospective payment systems; updated guidance on infection control for multiple provider types; additional waivers to relax regulatory requirements during the pandemic, and more!
The CDC estimates there are an estimated 35,900 deaths a year from antibiotic-resistant infections. Learn how to improve coding and documentation of these infections.
Q: Our facility sees a lot of patients dealing with diabetes and diabetic complications. Do you have any advice for helping these patients during their stay or after discharge?
While the healthcare industry rightfully remains focused on handling the COVID-19 pandemic, compliance officers should also be aware of two rules that dropped in early March.
