This week’s Medicare updates include a proposed decision memo on coverage for chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T) therapy, an updated OIG work plan, the announcement of a new emergency services payment model, and more!
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This week in Medicare updates—2/20/2019
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
This week’s Medicare updates include a proposed decision memo on coverage for chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T) therapy, an updated OIG work plan, the announcement of a new emergency services payment model, and more!
CMS proposes coverage with evidence development for CAR-T
Source: Revenue Cycle Daily Advisor
CMS is seeking comments on a proposed coverage with evidence development for CAR-T therapy for relapsed or refractory cancer when prescribed by the treating oncologist.
Deadline extended: Apply now to speak at the 2019 Revenue Integrity Symposium
Source: NAHRI
The National Association of Healthcare Revenue Integrity is currently seeking speakers to present at the 2019 Revenue Integrity Symposium, to be held October 15–16, 2019, at the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld in Florida.
 

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Concurrent coding: Real-time reporting and collaboration
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
The mechanics of the concurrent coding process can cause headaches for both CDI and coding professionals alike, but it is essential to create a concurrent coding program that brings coding and CDI together to ensure data accuracy.
 

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Q&A: Role clarification in effective case management models
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
Q: Do you have any tips for developing a hospital case management model that we can use to evaluate effectiveness across all levels of care?

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Wenesday, 3/13 -  Open Payments: Transparency and You Call
 

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