The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is taking a toll on the mental and financial health of many Americans. A survey published over the summer by the Commonwealth Fund found that one-third of adults in the United States reported that they were struggling to cope with stress, anxiety, or sadness. “This is a significantly higher proportion than in other countries, where no more than one-quarter of adults reported the same,” wrote study authors.
Q: What are the essential steps when conducting a risk analysis? Are there any sample tools out there to provide guidance on best practices for risk analyses? How often should organizations be conducting these tests?
This week's note from the instructor discusses a new OIG review of CMS payments for device credits in light of an apparent conflict between regulatory text and manual guidance.
This week’s Medicare updates include the End Stage Renal Disease Prospective Payment System final rule, an update to home health provisions in the Benefit Policy Manual to implement elements of the CARES Act, an OIG report on device credits, and more!
