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Learn about SNF VBP review and corrections process during CMS call

CMS will hold a call to discuss the SNF Value-Based Purchasing Program (VBP) review and corrections process on Wednesday, March 20, 1:30-3pm, ET. During the Review and Corrections period, SNFs have an opportunity to review and submit correction requests to quality measure information. Deadline for correction submission is April 1, 2019.

2019 Revenue Integrity Symposium call for speakers—deadline extended through March 1

NAHRI is currently seeking speakers to present at the 2019 Revenue Integrity Symposium (RIS), to be held October 15–16, 2019, at the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld in Orlando, Florida. We seek speakers to present on all aspects of revenue integrity, Medicare compliance, and the revenue cycle in acute care and long-term care settings. NAHRI will waive admission fees to the 2019 Revenue Integrity Symposium for all selected speakers and co-speakers.

Click here to learn more and complete the call for speakers application. Contact NAHRI Director Jaclyn Fitzgerald at jfitzgerald@hcpro.com with questions.

CMS suppresses RAP payments for all new home health agencies nationwide

A CMS MLN Matters article released February 15 announced that the agency will suppress payments associated with requests for anticipated payment (RAP) for all new home health agencies (HHA) nationwide for 30 days to 1 year. All new HHAs will not receive RAPs as part of their billing process during the period of time they are in the provisional period of enhanced oversight. Each new HHA will receive individual notice of how long RAPs will be suppressed.

New supplemental contractor to examine general inpatient hospice care

Source: Home Health Line

Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC — CMS’ new Supplemental Medical Review Contractor (SMRC) — has announced it is conducting post-payment reviews of claims for general inpatient (GIP) hospice care.

SNF provider preview reports available

Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Provider Preview Reports have been updated and are now available. Providers have until March 4, 2019 to review their performance data prior to the April 2019 Nursing Home Compare site refresh, during which this data will be publicly displayed.

New in the February issue of PPS Alert for Long-Term Care...

Navigating tax reform in 2019

After speaking with a few subject matter experts about the new tax laws, we have the good, the bad, and the salvageable for 2019 tax reform. For some long-term care (LTC) facilities, these changes will have significant dollar impacts on 2018 tax returns, while other facilities will slip through the IRS’ narrow cracks mostly unaffected. Just as the care plan for each resident should be individualized to his or her care needs, each facility’s approach to taxes this year should be customized to its unique situation. Here are a few changes to keep in mind and discuss with your certified public accountant (CPA) before submitting this year’s tax return.

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Monthly In-Service: February issue of CNA Training Advisor

Nurse/CNA collaboration

Click here to receive a new lesson plan every month, including course materials, a 4-page in-service, and a quiz targeted to address the unique needs, interests, and concerns of CNAs.

Education and Training Tools

Requirements of Participation: Are You Ready for Phase 3?

Withstand Surveys by Mastering Your Understanding of Newly Released Interpretive Guidelines

Weather Any Disaster: Tighten Up Your Agency's Emergency Preparedness

Avoiding F686: Preventing, Treating, and Assessing Pressure Injuries Through Documentation

Home Health Administrator's Summit, May 15-17, 2019 - Las Vegas

Product Spotlight

Essential Policies and Procedures for Senior Living

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