CMS has been releasing ICD-10 National Coverage Determination (NCD) “omnibus” transmittals since September 2012, which gives providers some information about CMS’ coverage policies moving forward. NCDs are only part of the picture. On September 6, CMS...Read More »
CMS issued new guidance last week aimed at clarifying the so-called “two-midnight rule” finalized in the 2014 IPPS. The rule essentially states that physicians should order an inpatient admission if he/she expects the care...Read More »
Although Recovery Auditors have identified more than a billion dollars in inappropriate payments, CMS needs to do more to improve its oversight of the program, and target potential instances of fraud identified by the program,...Read More »
The following ACDIS local chapters will be holding networking meeting throughout Sept., and Oct. For additional information contact the representatives listed or visit the ACDIS website, www.acdis.org, and click on the "Local Chapter" link.Read More »
By the end of September, hospitals will be able to view results for eight hospital-acquired condition measures which will be posted at data.cms.gov, and www.qualitynet....Read More »
The U.S. Veterans Health Administration announced yesterday that it is rolling out system-wide CDI efforts. As one of the largest healthcare organizations in the country with 151 hospitals and 827 community-based outpatient clinics, the move signifies the...Read More »
