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SNF provider preview reports available

Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Provider Preview Reports have been updated and are now available. The data contained within the Preview Reports is based on quality data submitted by SNFs between Quarter 4 – 2017 and Quarter 3 – 2018, for assessment-based quality measures, and between Quarter 1 – 2017 to Quarter 4 – 2017, for claims-based quality measures.

OSHA to hold meeting on whistleblower protection

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) will hold a meeting May 14 to discuss issues involving whistleblower protection.

Policy change for assessment submission timeframe to take effect October 1

The current CMS policy for submission of patient assessment records allows providers to submit records for up to 36 months from the assessment target date.

Palmetto GBA posts LUPA data

Under the PPS, if an agency provides four visits or fewer to a patient, it will result in a LUPA.

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

Proposed SNF payment rule for FY2020: What you need to know

During a Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)/Long Term Care Open Door Forum (ODF) held Tuesday, April 23, 2019, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) officials discussed the Proposed Fiscal Year 2020 Payment and Policy Changes for Medicare Skilled Nursing Facilities (CMS-1718-P) published in the Federal Register on April 25, 2019.

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Monthly In-Service: May issue of CNA Training Advisor

Bathing hesitant residents

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

MDS 2019 Updates and PDPM Implications

Home Health PPS Benchmarks, 2019

Improving Revenue Integrity Under PDPM

Intake Strategies for Success With PDGM

Product Spotlight

[FREE LIVE WEBINAR] Shifting Gears Under PDPM: Changes and Considerations for Therapy

Join us for this 60-minute LIVE webinar on Wednesday, May 8, 2:00-3:00 PM EST, with regulatory expert Stefanie Corbett, DHA, and gain insight into the strategies and evaluation practices to implement in order to proactively prepare for a successful transition. Learn how to implement operational changes to achieve Medicare compliance, effectively manage therapy utilization and maximize reimbursement, with effective goal setting and mastering efficiency. With PDPM right around the corner, you do not want to miss out on this complimentary learning experience.

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