Thursday, December 15, 2016

News

2017 OPPS final rule: CMS deletes laboratory modifier
Source: Briefings on APCs
As it does each year, CMS reviewed its packaging policies and proposed numerous modifications for 2017, finalizing a move to conditionally package at the claim level and deleting the controversial modifier used to identify separately reportable laboratory tests. 
Applying Medicare’s device offset rules: When, why, and how
Source: Medicare Compliance Watch
This week’s note discusses the complex OPPS payment rules related to device offsets.
Ambulatory and outpatient care: Embracing consumer needs for flexibility and access
Source: HealthLeaders Media
More and more, providers are listening to the voice of the consumer as they develop and execute their ambulatory and outpatient strategy.
HIPAA privacy and security officer survey
HCPro’s Briefings on HIPAA is conducting a survey on the professional backgrounds and compensation trends among HIPAA privacy and security officers, and we would appreciate your input.
 

Daily Q&A

Q&A: Business associate agreements
Source: Medicare Compliance Watch
Q: Is it a HIPAA breach if the BA no longer has a copy of the BAA?

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Thursday, 1/12 - IRF-PAI Therapy Information Data Collection Call
Tuesday, 2/14 - FY 2018 New Technology Town Hall Meeting
 

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