Breakdown of common Minimum Data Set (MDS) errors: Sections M - O & Z
The MDS is a tool used for implementing standardized assessment and for facilitating care management in skilled nursing homes...
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CERT Insider’s Guide – Part A First Quarter 2025
Read the Part A first quarter edition of the CERT Insider's Guide to learn more about claim errors assessed during the CERT...
CERT Insider's Guide - Part B Third Quarter 2025
Read this third quarter edition of the Insider's Guide to learn more about CERT errors for ambulance, chiropractic, and drugs...
Fast facts: CERT comparative analysis reports
Read this article for information about the CERT comparative analysis reports.
CERT Insider’s Guide – Part A Fourth Quarter 2025
Read the fourth quarter edition of the CERT Insider's Guide to learn more about the CERT program and the improper payment rate...
CERT Insider's Guide - Part B Fourth Quarter 2025
Read the fourth quarter edition of the CERT Insider's Guide to learn more about the CERT program and the improper payment rate...
Fast facts: Valid CERT/CMS communications
Read this article for information about communication impacts from the CERT contractor.
New prior authorization code lookup tool now available
Use the new prior authorization code lookup tool to verify if the code is under a prior authorization program sponsored by CMS.
Physical therapy plan of care requirements
When billing for rehabilitation therapy services, there are some documentation requirements that must be met to comply with the...
CERT Insider’s Guide - Part A Third Quarter 2025
Read the third quarter edition of the Insider's Guide to learn more about skilled nursing facility (SNF) CERT errors.