Lately, it seems as if every CMS update includes the initiative to “reduce the regulatory burden.”
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Report finds hospitals spend roughly $39 million annually on regulatory requirements
Source: ACDIS

Lately, it seems as if every CMS update includes the initiative to “reduce the regulatory burden.” Outside of CMS, the American Hospital Association and other provider led groups also echo this cry, urging CMS regularly to take action.
CMS releases update to E/M service documentation provided by students
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
CMS released Transmittal 3971 on February 2 describing a revision to the Medicare Claims Processing Manual, Chapter 12, Section 100.1.1, B., “E/M Documentation Provided by Students.”
 

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