News & Analysis

September 28, 2020
Medicare Web

Q: What changes to inpatient dialysis MS-DRGs did CMS finalize in the 2021 Inpatient Prospective Payment System final rule?

September 25, 2020
Medicare Web

Q: When would it be appropriate to report modifier -58 for a procedure performed during the postoperative period?

September 25, 2020
Case Management Monthly

Rose has worked as a cardiology case manager at a hospital in the Southwest for the past 17 years. She enjoys her job and her patients. A significant portion of her patient population is comprised of a community of veterans. She knows that it is common for veterans to live near one other, as their shared war experiences provide a source of understanding and support not often available from civilians.

September 24, 2020
Medicare Web

Q: What are the most important elements to include in the breach notification letter?

September 24, 2020
Medicare Insider

This week's note from the instructor reviews the FY 2021 updates to interoperability and other inpatient quality programs from the Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) final rule. 

September 23, 2020
Medicare Insider

This week’s Medicare updates include the 2022 Medicare Advantage and Part D Advance Notice, the final report from the Coronavirus Commission on safety and quality in nursing homes, a final rule on new specialty care payment models, and more! 

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