News & Analysis

June 1, 2018
Briefings on APCs

Our experts answer questions about reporting modifier -25 before a surgical procedure, querying for pressure ulcer stages, and more.

June 1, 2018
Briefings on APCs

A common error and audit finding affecting providers is the lack of a physician order or physician signatures on medical documentation.

June 1, 2018
Briefings on APCs

Predicting CMS policies can be a foolhardy exercise, especially with a relatively new administration and frequent turnover at the highest levels of HHS over the last year. But it’s safe to say drug payment policy has been and will continue to be a focus of the current regime.

June 1, 2018
Case Management Monthly

What happens when a patient who requires inpatient rehab care refuses transfer due to concerns about pets staying home alone? This complex case addresses the ways a case manager can handle these tricky situations. 

May 31, 2018
Medicare Insider

This week's note from the instructor digs into the details of the expanded Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program. The article is the first in a multi-part series covering all aspects of the initiative.

May 30, 2018
Medicare Insider

This week’s Medicare updates include corrections to the 2018 Quality Payment Program final rule, two OIG reviews on issues related to Round 2 of the Competitive Bidding Program, the quarterly update to Part B drug pricing files, and more! 

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