CMS is looking to reduce reporting and documentation requirements for inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRF) in the 2019 IRF payment system proposed rule, published in the Federal Register May 8. The proposed changes could come as a relief to IRFs that have seen a significant uptick in audits and denials.
A diagnosis in the emergency department is not always guaranteed, but reframing patient encounters can ensure patient needs are met, according to a study in Annals of Emergency Medicine.
Employers take note: In-demand health IT professionals are more interested in job satisfaction and professional growth than in longevity with an organization. Although compensation and benefits packages are important, a positive work culture, the opportunity to do meaningful work, and the potential for career advancement make a big impact on current and prospective health IT staff.
Affording prescription drugs can be a challenge for many patients. Even for patients with insurance, cost sharing and copays can add up. To head off these potential problems, case managers are often tasked with identifying affordability issues and finding solutions for patients to help ensure they can comply with discharge recommendations.
