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CMS Likely to Expand Packaging in OPPS Final Rule
Source: Medicare Compliance Watch
Providers have gotten used to CMS expanding packaging in each OPPS rule, as the agency calls packaging an essential part of a prospective payment system. With CMS expansion of lab packaging from date of service to claim level this year, we should not be surprised if CMS finalizes its proposal of expanding conditional packaging logic of CPT codes assigned to status indicators Q1 and Q2 to the claim level.  
Practice Transformation Hinges on Adaptability to Change
Source: HealthLeaders Media
An initiative that aims to boost primary care delivery performance emphasizes efficiency and adaptability among providers.
OCR Releases Guidance on Collecting and Sharing Health Information
Source: Medicare Compliance Watch
Organizations that collect and share consumer health information must comply with the Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act), the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) said in an email released October 21.
 

Daily Q&A

Q&A: Patient Choices After ABN Delivery
Source: Medicare Compliance Watch
What options for care/coverage does a patient have after receiving an Advance Beneficiary Notice?

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