This week’s updates include updates for cardiac rehabilitation programs and modifications to Electronic Health Record (EHR) Incentive program. Click the link above to read more about this week’s updates.
This week’s updates include updates on physician specialty codes and additions and October update to the Medicare physician fee schedule database. Click the link above to read more about this week’s updates.
In the middle of a heated conversation the angry family member of a patient blurts out, "I think it's time to call my lawyer. I'm going to sue." These are words that can strike fear into the most steadfast case managers. After all, lawsuits can be time-consuming and potentially costly.
CMS' 2014 IPPS final rule redefined inpatient admissions when it implemented the 2-midnight rule, which requires a validated physician order, documentation of medical necessity, and the expectation of a stay crossing two or more midnights.