by Proactive LTC Consulting | May 13, 2020 | Blog, CMS, Coding, ICD.10, MDS, PDPM, Reimbursement
After 1000 PDPM coding audits completed since the PDPM transition, there are many trends our audit team has identified. This week’s blog highlights specific tips for selecting the primary diagnosis in Section I0020B based on common missed opportunities and errors... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 15, 2020 | Blog, COVID-19, Education, Reimbursement
In response to increased expenses related to the COVID-19 response, financial relief to nursing homes is being released as part of the COVID-19 Stimulus Package. Spending for PPE and supplies; establishing isolation units, hazard pay or other staff incentives,... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 15, 2020 | Blog, COVID-19, Education, Reimbursement
Q: Who can bill for the Medicare specimen collection fee for COVID-19 testing ? A: Independent laboratories can bill Medicare through their MAC for the specimen collection fee. The specimen collection fee applies if the specimen is collected by trained... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 1, 2020 | Blog, COVID-19, Education, Medicaid, Reimbursement
Q: What is an advance payment and how do I apply for one? A: An accelerated/advance payment is a payment intended to provide necessary funds when there is a disruption in claims submission and/or claims processing. These expedited payments can be offered in... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 31, 2020 | COVID-19, Education, Reimbursement
The Senate passed the $2 trillion bipartisan Coronavirus Stimulus Bill 3/25/2020 and the House passed this bill 3/27/2020 with President Trump signing the bill into law the same day. The Coronavirus Stimulus Bill includes $200 million in funding for CMS to assist... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 25, 2020 | COVID-19, Documentation, MDS, PDPM, Q&A, Reimbursement
Q: How should isolation be coded on the MDS since there is guidance to restrict movement around the facility as part of the COVID-19 prevention plan? A: You cannot code isolation on the MDS if it is only in place to prevent contracting the COVID 19...