NASHP

APRIL 15, 2022

CalAIM: Leveraging Medicaid Managed Care for Housing and Homelessness Supports April 15, 2022 / by Allie Atkeson. Driven by challenges facing individuals with complex care needs, states are increasingly working to address the physical, behavioral, and social needs of their Medicaid beneficiaries. Eviction prevention.

Medicaid 59

Medicaid Public Hospital Hospitals Nursing 59

Sheppard Health Law

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

In response to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (the “PHE”), the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”) issued numerous “blanket waivers” to increase access to medical services, and ease the regulatory burden on providers across the health care industry. The declaration of the PHE is currently set to expire on October 15 th.

Rehabilitation 52

Rehabilitation Medicare Nursing Medicaid 52

Briggs Healthcare

AUGUST 14, 2023

The three domains of the SPSS for the 2023 fiscal year include: • Survey and Intake Process • Survey and Intake Quality • Noncompliance Resolution On behalf of CMS, we truly appreciate all the endless efforts to improve the health, safety and dignity of all Medicare and Medicaid enrollees. Effective Date: Immediately.

Physical Therapy 52

Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Medicaid Quality of Care 52

Briggs Healthcare

MAY 4, 2023

Mary Madison, RN, RAC-CT, CDP Clinical Consultant – Briggs Healthcare The submission deadline for the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF), Long-Term Care Hospital (LTCH), and Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Quality Reporting Programs is approaching. All data must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. on May 15, 2023.

Rehabilitation 40

Rehabilitation Medicaid Prevention Medicare 40

NASHP

OCTOBER 20, 2022

have a special health care need, and an estimated 44 percent of CYSHCN are enrolled in Medicaid.[7] public health, Medicaid, mental health) and other stakeholders (e.g., Reimbursing parent consultants as CHWs through Medicaid, including through Medicaid managed care and fee-for-service approaches.

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Medicaid Integration Accountability Quality Improvement 98

Etactics

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

However, allowing them to slide by and not becoming proactive in preventing them can lead to an eventual overflow of the same problems. Rehabilitation centers. This is because the form receives maintenance from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Rehabilitation services. Nursing homes. Medical equipment.

Rehabilitation 52

Rehabilitation Physical Therapy Nursing Hospitals 52

Briggs Healthcare

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Mary Madison, RN, RAC-CT, CDP Clinical Consultant – Briggs Healthcare The submission deadline for the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF), Long-Term Care Hospital (LTCH), and Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Quality Reporting Programs is approaching.

Rehabilitation 40

Rehabilitation Medicaid Quality Improvement Prevention 40

Briggs Healthcare

JUNE 16, 2022

The Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) Provider Preview Reports have been updated and are now available. Mary Madison, RN, RAC-CT, CDP Clinical Consultant – Briggs Healthcare. The data contained within the Preview Reports are based on quality assessment data submitted by IRFs from Quarter 1, 2021 through Quarter 4, 2021.

Rehabilitation 40

Rehabilitation Medicaid Medicare Prevention 40

Briggs Healthcare

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) Provider Preview Reports have been updated and are now available. Mary Madison, RN, RAC-CT, CDP Clinical Consultant – Briggs Healthcare. The data contained within the Preview Reports are based on quality assessment data submitted by IRFs from Quarter 2, 2021 through Quarter 1, 2022.

Rehabilitation 40

Rehabilitation Medicaid Prevention Medicare 40

Briggs Healthcare

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

The Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) Provider Preview Reports have been updated and are now available. However, providers can request Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) review of their data during the preview period if they believe the quality measure scores that are displayed within their Preview Reports are inaccurate.

Rehabilitation 40

Rehabilitation Medicaid Prevention Medicare 40

KHN

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The lawsuit alleged that Herrman died because a defect in the locking mechanism of the HeartMate 3 prevented the device from sealing, causing multiple strokes and leading to a severe brain injury and multiorgan failure. The article describes how Stulak replaced the device with a new one, but it was too late to prevent the injuries to Herrman.

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Doctors Hospitals Regulations Law Firms 133

Briggs Healthcare

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Mary Madison, RN, RAC-CT, CDP Clinical Consultant – Briggs Healthcare The Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) Provider Preview Reports have been updated and are now available. The data contained within the Preview Reports are based on quality assessment data submitted by IRFs from Quarter 2, 2022 through Quarter 1, 2023.

Rehabilitation 40

Rehabilitation Medicaid Prevention Medicare 40

NASHP

MARCH 22, 2024

States such as Texas, Wyoming , and New Jersey are adopting Medicaid reimbursement of collaborative care services and are addressing capacity to transition to CoCM. Integration of Substance Use Services and Supports States can align long siloed approaches to primary care, mental health, and substance use services through integration efforts.

Medicaid 52

Medicaid Integration Primary Care Nursing 52

Briggs Healthcare

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

The submission deadline for the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF), Long-Term Care Hospital (LTCH), and Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Quality Reporting Programs is approaching. MDS assessment data and data submitted to CMS via the CDC NHSN for April 1 – June 30 (Q2) of calendar year (CY) 2022 are due with this submission deadline.

Rehabilitation 40

Rehabilitation Quality Improvement Medicaid Nursing 40

HIT Consultant

JULY 19, 2023

There needs to be a better way, and leaning on blockchain technology could rehabilitate the healthcare industry into a more safe and secure ecosystem for care delivery. The blockchain brings integrity and an immutable record of every transaction to prevent data tampering, thereby reducing the risk of medical errors.

Healthcare 75

Healthcare Doctors Rehabilitation Healthcare Providers 75

Briggs Healthcare

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

The September 2022 Release of the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) Quality Reporting Program (QRP) data is now available on Care Compare and Provider Data Catalog (PDC). The data are based on quality assessment data submitted by IRFs to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) from Quarter 1, 2021 through Quarter 4, 2021.

Rehabilitation 40

Rehabilitation Prevention Medicaid Medicare 40

Etactics

JUNE 29, 2023

Rehabilitation services such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Medicare Part B also covers preventative services , or healthcare that prevents illness or detects it at an early stage. Medicaid If you are looking for assistance with long-term care that is not covered by Medicare, consider looking at Medicaid.

Nursing 52

Nursing Medicare Home Care Medicaid 52

NASHP

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Implementing health and housing initiatives requires partnerships among Medicaid systems, other health and behavioral partners, and key housing partners such as state housing finance agencies (HFAs), and local partners such as continuums of care for homelessness (CoCs) and public housing authorities (PHAs).

Medicaid 52

Medicaid Accountability Rehabilitation Nursing 52

Briggs Healthcare

JUNE 21, 2023

However, providers can request Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) review of their data during the preview period if they believe the quality measure scores that are displayed within their Preview Reports are inaccurate. For more information, please visit the CMS LTCH QRP Public Reporting website.

Rehabilitation 40

Rehabilitation Medicaid Prevention Medicare 40

Briggs Healthcare

APRIL 5, 2023

On April 4, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule that would update Medicare payment policies and rates for skilled nursing facilities under the Skilled Nursing Facility Prospective Payment System (SNF PPS) for fiscal year (FY) 2024.

Rehabilitation 40

Rehabilitation Nursing Medicare Quality of Care 40

Etactics

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Preventing denial codes is essential if you want to keep a steady revenue flow. This is an easily preventable billing error, which we are going to go over in this blog. These codes assist healthcare workers in reporting different medical procedures and services to health insurance programs, such as Medicare and Medicaid.

Medicare 52

Medicare Medicaid Medical Services Prevention 52

NASHP

DECEMBER 20, 2022

States are taking steps to provide additional prevention, treatment, and recovery services to higher-risk individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD), including those in contact with the criminal legal system. Community Services and Prevention (Intercept 0). Across states, drug violations have led to most arrests in recent years.

Medicaid 52

Medicaid Prevention Hospitals Integration 52

NASHP

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The Master Plan also aligns with some of the governor’s key initiatives, such as the “California for ALL” vision and the Task Force on Alzheimer’s Prevention and Preparedness. Key findings of the Summary Assessment highlight inequities preventing Ohioans, especially older Ohioans, from living a long and full life.

Home Care 69

Home Care Prevention Population Health Rehabilitation 69

Sheppard Health Law

MAY 5, 2022

The Report is another example of the OIG fanning the fire of criticism of MAOs by ignoring the overwhelming evidence that MAOs provide access to medically necessary services and also minimized the program requirements and guidance from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”), with which MAOs must comply. The OIG Report.

Medicare 52

Medicare Rehabilitation Urgent Care Patient Safety 52

Briggs Healthcare

AUGUST 19, 2022

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) plays an important role in protecting the health and safety of all Americans as they journey through the health care system. There’s a lot of information in the CMS Blog. This is especially true during a pandemic, natural disaster, or other emergencies. and Arjun Srinivasan, M.D.,

Medicaid 40

Medicaid Medicare Nursing Rehabilitation 40

Briggs Healthcare

DECEMBER 6, 2022

The pre-rulemaking process provides the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) with a vehicle to hear from stakeholders for early consideration of measures. Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Within-Stay (WS) Potentially Preventable Readmissions (PPR) Measure*.

Medicare 40

Medicare Nursing Hospitals Rehabilitation 40

NASHP

DECEMBER 20, 2021

States can implement supportive housing programs by complementing affordable housing with services reimbursable through Medicaid and supported through federal grants (e.g., State Medicaid programs have a variety of federal authorities available to cover the cost of services such as tenancy support.

Medicaid 85

Medicaid Prevention Integration Hospitals 85

NASHP

JULY 22, 2022

1] Under the American Rescue Plan Act, the federal government expanded funding to states’ Medicaid HCBS programs, including a one-year, 10-percentage-point increase in federal Medicaid matching funds for HCBS. Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs.

Medicaid 105

Medicaid Rehabilitation Nursing Medicare 105

NASHP

DECEMBER 15, 2021

States can implement supportive housing programs by complementing affordable housing with services reimbursable through Medicaid and supported through federal grants (e.g., State Medicaid programs have a variety of federal authorities available to cover the cost of services such as tenancy support.

Medicaid 52

Medicaid Prevention Integration Population Health 52

HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Cipher Skin and Parker Health launches a new pilot program to help bring tech-enabled physical therapy to Medicare and Medicaid patients. This collaboration will help accelerate physical rehabilitation by improving patient engagement and care plan completion.

Physical Therapy 98

Physical Therapy Integration Accountable Care Rehabilitation 98

NASHP

JUNE 22, 2022

public health, Medicaid, mental health) and other stakeholders (e.g., State Medicaid agencies. Medicaid managed care contracts). By using funds from each department to support Medicaid eligible services such as behavioral health care and housing supports, the CSA draws down federal Medicaid funding. [6]

Care Transition 52

Care Transition Medicaid Doctors Regulations 52

Sheppard Health Law

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

On November 6, 2023, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”) released the contract year 2025 proposed rule for Medicare Advantage (“MA”) organizations and Part D sponsors (the “Proposed Rule”). 2] A NOMNC ordinarily outlines the appeal process as well as a deadline by which an enrollee should submit his/her appeal. [3]

Medicare 59

Medicare Medicaid Regulations Integration 59

HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 6, 2022

The crisis also demonstrated flaws in the American healthcare infrastructure by revealing that only curative care infrastructure (as opposed to preventative care) continued to dominate the pandemic response. The least preparedness of the U.S. For example, only patients who showed symptoms would receive treatment with admission into hospitals.

Telemedicine 86

Telemedicine Rehabilitation Primary Care Prevention 86

Briggs Healthcare

APRIL 10, 2023

Promoting provider education and clinical support based on what we know today CDC-supported provider resources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has an Information for Healthcare Providers webpage. The intervention combines cognitive therapy with vocational rehabilitation services.

Rehabilitation 40

Rehabilitation Primary Care Prevention Medicaid 40

Briggs Healthcare

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

COVID-19 remains a significant priority for the Biden-Harris Administration and over the next several months, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will work to ensure a smooth transition.

Rehabilitation 40

Rehabilitation Nursing Medicare Hospitals 40

Home Health Care

AUGUST 18, 2022

It has been well documented how home health providers and advocacy organizations feel about the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) home health proposed payment rule for CY 2023. What has not been, up to this point, is how Medicare beneficiaries feel about it.

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Medicare Rehabilitation Medicaid Home Care 90