On Oct. 1, 2018, CMS will implement the SNF Value-Based Purchasing Program (SNF VBP) as mandated by the Protecting Access to Medicare Act (PAMA). Per the new statute, 2% of every SNF’s Medicare payments will be withheld to fund incentive payments. Incentive payments will be based on a comparison of SNF hospital readmission rates … Read More
[On-demand webinar] The RoPs are here! Do you know what’s changing?
Updated Requirements of Participation (RoPs) for nursing facilities became effective Nov. 28, 2016. These RoPs — also known as the “Mega Rule” or “Final Rule” — are the first comprehensive changes made to the requirements for long-term care providers participating in the Medicare and Medicaid programs since 1991. SimpleLTC, along with Briggs Healthcare, … Read More
Texas NFs: Register now for 2017 PASRR training webinars from HHS
In order to provide regular PASRR training and updates to Texas nursing facilities, the PASRR unit of Texas Healthcare and Human Services (HHS) has scheduled a series of online webinars for the remainder of 2017. Each one-hour PASRR Technical Assistance Call (PTAC) will provide detailed information regarding the latest PASRR … Read More
[On-demand webinar] The 2017 Texas MCO environment: What you need to know
In this information-packed webinar, you’ll learn the latest details about Texas MCO billing and administration from some of the state’s top experts. You’ll get the facts on the latest Managed Care regulatory changes as well as practical advice on managing MCO workflow and protecting your reimbursement in 2017. Also included is a brief … Read More
CMS releases new Q&A document for SNF QRP training
On Oct. 12, CMS released a new 32-page Q&A document as a follow-up to their June 21-22 SNF QRP in-person training. CMS also confirmed and clarified that the new SNF PPS Discharge Assessment is to be completed for both planned and unplanned discharges. The two examples shown in the RAI manual related to unplanned … Read More