5 Takeaways from the CMS Proposed Rule for Year 3 of QPP

Recently released proposed policy changes for Year 3 (2019) of the Quality Payment Program (QPP) are explained in a webinar by CMS as an opportunity for stakeholders including clinicians, associations,…

Is your practice ready for the new Medicare Beneficiary Identifier?

Preventing identity theft continues to be a major focus of the Social Security Administration and the Center of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Beginning April 2018, Medicare cards will no…

CMS Emergency Preparedness Program

The CMS final rule on Emergency Preparedness Requirements for Medicare and Medicaid Participating Providers is in effect! View our infographic to learn more about the emergency preparedness program and its components.

Updates to the Quality Payment Program

On November 16, 2017, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is expected to publish the final rule to address updates to the Quality Payment Program (QPP). The new…

Avoid Denials and Mitigate Risk Under the CMS CERT Program

Insufficient documentation is by far the most common reason for denying a claim or improperly paying a claim. Improperly paid claims become problematic after identification by the Center for Medicare…

The Road to MIPS

Are you planning to participate in MIPS? Take a look at our infographic to learn more about how it might impact your reimbursement.

CAHPS for MIPS Survey

CMS announced their 2017 CAHPS survey, and time is running out for providers to submit their participation applications. Qualified applicants will be awarded points toward their MIPS status. Review our…

Infographic: Making a List and Checking it Twice! Using Medicare Compare Websites

Just like no two snowflakes are identical, no two healthcare facilities are the same. CMS has provided a series of compare websites and checklists to help patients make informed decisions…

Infographic: MACRA- Understanding the MIPS Impact

On October 14, 2016, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued its final rule implementing the MACRA Quality Payment Program. Most providers following the traditional Medicare payment model will…

Five Star Quality Rating System of Nursing Homes

The Center of Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Nursing Home Compare website offers a Five-Star Quality Rating System to help consumers make informed decisions about nursing home choice based on…

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