This edition includes information on how to reduce provider burden; a COVID-19 alternate care site toolkit; nursing home training series webcasts; and more.
View this special edition on Medicare coverage of COVID-19 SNF benefit period waivers, an HHA proposed rule, and and end to nursing home blanket waivers
This edition includes information on nursing home COVID-19 data; reopening health care facilities; new laboratory data reporting guidelines for COVID-19 testing; prior authorization process; and more.
CMS has developed an FAQ document based on questions received from providers regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19). Note: The first link was revised March 10, 2020.
Beginning on March 6, 2020, Medicare—administered by CMS—will temporarily pay clinicians to provide telehealth services for beneficiaries residing across the entire country.
CMS has developed a second HCPCS code that can be used by laboratories to bill for certain COVID-19 diagnostic tests to help increase testing and track new cases.
CMS calls on all health care providers to activate infection control practices and issues guidance to inspectors as they inspect facilities affected by coronavirus.
View this special edition on additional waivers; price transparency; and a CMS letter to nursing home facility management and staff.
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