CMS provides more information on their plan to incorporate Payroll Based Journal data into nursing home 5-Star quality ratings.

Starting in October, all nursing homes will be subject to a 2 percent Medicare Part A reduction. Those who score well on their hospital readmission measure may qualify for an incentive payment.

CMS has posted a guidance document and FAQs detailing new requirements.

Rule was effective July 1, 2016, but CMS delayed the time frame for compliance for two years to allow for state planning and implementation.

FAQs relate to the requirement that health care providers who contract with managed care plans enroll in Medicaid and obtain a Medicaid provider number.

HHS reminds hospice providers of specific ways they can improve reporting on election statements.