CMS Updates Posted on August 30, 2019

In July 2018, CMS finalized a new case-mix classification model, the Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM), that, effective beginning October 1, 2019, will be used under the Skilled Nursing Facility […]
Read MoreIn July 2018, CMS finalized a new case-mix classification model, the Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM), that, effective beginning October 1, 2019, will be used under the Skilled Nursing Facility […]
Read MoreBusiness owners devote their lives to the successful growth of their companies and what is likely the most significant asset to support their retirement. Yet, in the final stages of […]
Read MoreIf you’re a small business owner or you’re involved in a start-up, you may want to set up a tax-favored retirement plan for yourself and any employees. Several types of […]
Read MoreIf you’re self-employed and don’t have withholding from paychecks, you probably have to make estimated tax payments. These payments must be sent to the IRS on a quarterly basis. The […]
Read MoreTechnology and the relative ease of travel make the world seem a little bit smaller every day. This means more and more taxpayers are finding themselves transacting with foreign companies […]
Read MoreEventually, the ownership of every privately-held business will be transitioned in one way or another. There are many options available to transfer ownership, but they basically fall into one of […]
Read MoreWorking from home has its perks – you can skip the commute, have a more flexible schedule, and forego “business professional” dress on many occasions. If you work from home, […]
Read MoreSmall businesses now have more options available to them related to retirement plan participation. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has released a final rule which should make it easier […]
Read MoreFor many years, the number of S corporations have been on the rise, due to high corporate tax rates and double taxation. Business owners were able to receive limited liability […]
Read MoreCMS issued a proposed rule on July 30, 2019, with updates to the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM), Quality Reporting Program (QRP), and the Value Based Purchasing Program (VBP) for fiscal […]
Read MoreCOLUMBUS, Ohio. (July 1, 2025) – Blue & Co., LLC and Blue Benefits Consulting, Inc. are delighted to share that M. Jane Shawver, QKC, QKA, has been named President of […]
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (July 1, 2025) — Blue & Co., a leading accounting and advisory firm, is proud to announce the grand opening of its newest office in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This […]
As we head into the second half of the 2025 calendar year, there are a few major dates that you need to be aware of for wage index purposes. These […]