This week’s Medicare updates include a final rule on revisions to discharge planning requirements, a handful of resources regarding a fraudulent genetic testing scheme, revisions to quality policies and procedures for laboratories, and more!
CMS’ proposal in the 2020 OPPS proposed rule mandating the disclosure of negotiated charges between hospitals and payers may exceed the agency’s legal authority, the American Hospital Association (AHA) stated in its comments on the proposed rule.
CMS issued a final rule last week reforming the discharge planning process for hospitals, critical access hospitals, and home health agencies that participate in Medicare and Medicaid.
