In Focus | 2016 Home Health Final Rule Released
Homecare E-News, November 2, 2015
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After receiving 118 comments from the public during the official comment period, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule (CMS-1625-F) that updates the Medicare Home Health Prospective Payment System (HH PPS) rates and wage index for calendar year (CY) 2016.
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