CMS issued a final rule last week reforming the discharge planning process for hospitals, critical access hospitals, and home health agencies that participate in Medicare and Medicaid.
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CMS finalizes discharge planning rule
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CMS issued a final rule last week reforming the discharge planning process for hospitals, critical access hospitals, and home health agencies that participate in Medicare and Medicaid.
CMS aims to cut administrative costs by $8 billion over next decade
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The final rule is expected to save $800 million annually through 2028, according to CMS.
 

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