CMS' new final rule prepares for vaccine coverage for Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurers without any out-of-pocket costs. CMS will pay for any coronavirus vaccine that receives FDA authorization either through an Emergency Use Authorization or via a license under a Biologics License Application.
Modifiers provide a means by which a physician or facility can flag a service that has been altered by a special circumstance but has not changed in definition or code. Break down CPT guidelines for reporting hospital modifiers -25, -50, -59, -LT, and RT.
This week’s Medicare updates include three new additions to the OIG Work Plan, a new webpage on billing and coding for COVID-19 monoclonal antibody treatment, a transmittal on the implementation of two new NUBC condition codes, and more!
CMS finalized the long-awaited Stark Law final rule on November 20. The final rule includes significant changes to exceptions to the law as well as expanded guidance and clarification.
A formal CDI program can address many of the challenges home health agencies face, but knowing how to start one isn’t easy. Consider these tips to create a focused home health CDI program.