News & Analysis

June 9, 2017
Medicare Web

Q: We have some patients in our partial hospitalization program who need intensive care, but don’t always meet the minimum number of hours. One of our providers insists that some patients need the intensive care, but “just not that much time.”

June 7, 2017
Medicare Web

Q: What are some appraisal methods for evaluating staff?

June 7, 2017
Medicare Insider

This week's note from the instructor discusses CMS’ new policy concerning prolonged drug and biological infusions using an external pump.

June 7, 2017
HIM Briefings

Despite the last-minute changes, MOON implementation went smoothly for many hospitals. But the full impact won't be visible until hospitals can determine how, and to what extent, the MOON will play into audits.

June 6, 2017
Medicare Web

HHS recently made available $70 million in grants to help healthcare providers and communities address the opioid crisis. The grants are intended to help prevent opioid deaths and provide treatment for opioid users.

June 6, 2017
Medicare Insider

This week’s Medicare updates include the July 2017 update to the Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment System; the Spring 2017 Semiannual Report to Congress; a new Targeted Probe and Educate Pilot; and more!

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