CMS released the Medicare Part A Skilled Nursing Facility Prospective Payment System Final Rule, {AKA SNF PPS Final Rule}, and just as expected, therapy professionals will have a chance to catch their breath! The rule changes for 10/1/20 are … [Read more...]
CMS Delays Implementation Due Date For SNF Medicare Part B ABN
On August 4th, 2020, CMS released a statement stating that the 8/31/20 implementation due date for the updated CMS-R-131 Advanced Beneficiary Notice will be moved to 1/1/2021 due to the Public Health Emergency. Here is the CMS statement: To … [Read more...]
SNF Temporary COVID-19 Rules Extended Through September 2020
The Secretary of Health and Human Services officially renewed the status of the Public Health Emergency Beyond July 25th, 2020 On July 25, 2020, the Department of Health and Human Services released a declaration of renewal of the National Public … [Read more...]
CMS Provides SNF Benefit Period Waiver Clarifications & Billing Instructions
CMS has provided 3 updates in the last 10 days to the MLN Matters document SE20011, with the latest on July 8th. Why is this important? This document contains the background and instructions for the Section 1135 Waiver authorized by Secretary Azar of … [Read more...]
New Advanced Beneficiary Notice Form for SNF Medicare Part B
In the SNF setting, Rehab Managers, MDS Coordinators and Social Workers are among the staff designated to issue these "forms" to Medicare residents. All forms have a unique purpose and deadline for delivery. These "forms" include: Notice of … [Read more...]
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