This note from the instructor looks at some of the major provisions in the Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) proposed rule, including the shortened delay in effective period for the final rule.
Q: We need to train a wide range of employees on HIPAA — from physicians to temporary nursing staff hired through a staffing agency to medical scribes and coders. Should we utilize the same HIPAA training methods across the board? Or do you recommend that we develop different training methods for each department? How should we go about doing that?
This week’s Medicare updates include clarifications on interstate license compacts, a new national coverage determination on acupuncture, a list of hospital outpatient therapeutic services with supervision level changes, and more!
CMS is proposing that hospitals report inpatient payer-specific median negotiated rates with Medicare Advantage organizations and third-party payers on the hospital cost report, according to the fiscal year (FY) 2021 Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) proposed rule.
Q: There have been frequent waivers and regulatory changes throughout the COVID-19 public health emergency. What are the most important changes that case managers need to be aware of?
