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- CMS issues IPPS proposed rule for FY 2013
Inpatient acute care hospitals could see a 2.3% increase in payment rates under the fiscal year (FY) 2013 Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) proposed rule, released April 24. The 2.3% is a net update after inflation, improvements in productivity, a statutory adjustment factor, and adjustments for hospital documentation and coding changes.
- HHS proposes one-year delay of ICD-10-CM/PCS
HHS released a proposed rule today announcing a one-year delay of the implementation of ICD-10-CM/PCS. If finalized, ICD-10 would become effective October 1, 2014.
- CMS revises Medicare Conditions of Participation for hospitals and CAHs
On May 9, CMS released two rules aimed at reducing regulatory burdens for healthcare providers.
- Boston area hospital to pay $750,000 for data breach
Failing to keep confidential information secure will cost South Shore Hospital in Weymouth, Mass., $750,000, according to a press release from the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office.
- Kansas women admit Medicaid fraud
Two Kansas women pleaded guilty to defrauding the Kansas Medicaid agency and will pay $13,000 in total restitution, according to a press release from the Kansas Attorney General’s office.
- Q/A: Volume requirement for reporting hydration services
Q: Can we report a bolus of less than 500 cc of fluid as a hydration service if the infusion meets the greater than 30 minute requirement defined by CPT®?
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