CMS is preparing to conduct the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) Drug Acquisition Cost Survey (ODACS) to collect specific acquisition costs for outpatient drugs and biologicals purchased by hospitals paid under the OPPS.
Q: What considerations should coders keep in mind when referring to problem lists for determining the principal diagnosis and proper sequencing of all documented conditions in the inpatient setting?
Join us on the podium at the 2026 Revenue Integrity Symposium (RIS), to be held September 24-25, 2026, in Savannah, Georgia. The National Association of Healthcare Revenue Integrity (NAHRI) is now accepting proposals to speak at 2026 RIS. The deadline to apply is January 12, 2026.
CMS' current bundling methodology for opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment payments does not accurately reflect care provided to Medicare enrollees, according to the Office of Inspector General (OIG).
Analyze upcoming changes to physician reimbursement, telehealth requirements, and other policies in the calendar year (CY) 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) final rule.
