News & Analysis

September 1, 2014
Briefings on APCs

CMS wants your thoughts on the 2015 OPPS proposed rule changes. In various places in the proposed rule, CMS specifically asks providers to comment on the proposals. You may submit comments to the agency until September 2.

September 1, 2014
Briefings on APCs

CMS refined and updated its Comprehensive APC policy in the 2015 OPPS proposed rule released July 3, adding a new complexity adjustment factor. CMS also proposes significantly expanding the packaging of ancillary services. Additionally, the proposed rule includes a significant change to requirements related to inpatient physician certification.

September 1, 2014
Strategies for Healthcare Compliance

Have you considered seeking clarifications after a Joint Commission survey for the Record of Care (RC) Requirements for Improvement (RFI)?

August 26, 2014
Medicare Insider

This week’s updates include updates to the ambulatory surgical center payment system and revisions of IPPS. Click the link above to read more about this week’s updates.

August 26, 2014
Medicare Insider

This week’s note is about claim appeals and reopenings. Click the link above for more information and an in-depth analysis.  

August 19, 2014
Medicare Insider

This week’s updates include new information on the reopening of claims and critical access hospital (CAH) equipment maintenance requirements. Click the link above to read more about this week’s updates.

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