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April 22, 2021
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the proposed rule for fiscal year (FY) 2022 that would update Medicare’s prospective payment system (PPS) rates for skilled nursing facilities […]
March 01, 2021
Monitoring data in long term care can be the key to success. Five Star Ratings and PEPPER Reports are two data sources your organization needs to review to stay on […]
January 25, 2021
Skilled nursing facilities are under intense pressure with all the new reporting requirements. Vaccinations, testing, PDPM, Quality Measures, Quality Reporting Program (QRP), staffing and infection control surveys are just a […]
December 11, 2020
It’s webinar season at Blue & Co., LLC.! Check out all of our upcoming events for the week of December, 14. Monday, December 14 Panel Discussion Regarding Paycheck Protection Program […]
November 16, 2020
Outpatient physical therapy programs are often overlooked in the hospital. However, there are several opportunities to increase access to care for patients and increase revenue for the hospital in outpatient […]
October 01, 2020
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule [CMS-1737-F] for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 that updates the Medicare payment rates and the value-based purchasing program for skilled […]
July 30, 2020
A new issue is affecting some inpatient hospital and Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) claims when an interrupted stay is billed at the end of the month. The system incorrectly assigns […]
June 25, 2020
Effective Immediately: the CMS has made updates to the Nursing Home Compare Website and Five Star Quality Rating System. Under the COVID-19 Emergency Declaration Blanket waiver, CMS waived the requirements […]
May 26, 2020
On April 10, CMS issued a proposed rule [CMS-1737-P] for FY 2021 that updates the Medicare payment rates and the quality programs for Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). This proposed rule […]
May 22, 2020
On May 22, CMS announced it has begun distributing billions in relief funds to skilled nursing facilities to combat COVID-19. This funding is to help nursing homes to address critical […]
May 18, 2020
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, on May 18, 2020, issued guidance for state and local officials to ensure the safe reopening of nursing homes nationwide. The purpose of […]
May 15, 2020
In response to State Medicaid Agency and stakeholder requests, CMS has updated the MDS 3.0 item sets (version 1.17.2) and related technical data specifications. These changes will support the calculation […]
March 23, 2020
On March 22, 2020, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced it is granting exceptions from reporting requirements and extensions for clinicians and providers participating in Medicare quality […]
March 16, 2020
The Federal Department of Health and Human Services issued an updated memo on COVID-19 protocols from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) official, David Wright. The memo states: Facilities […]
October 10, 2019
On September 29, 2019, CMS finalized a new rule focusing on the seamless exchange of patient information between health care settings by revising the discharge planning requirements that Hospitals and Home Health […]
Webinars
August 13, 2025
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will be initiating new Minimum Data Set (MDS) audits through iQIES. Understanding the Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Validation Program and its requirements […]
June 24, 2025
Physical, occupational, and speech therapy services are vital in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) for resident recovery, rehabilitation, and quality of life. However, beyond achieving clinical outcomes, therapy departments must navigate […]
June 09, 2025
In Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), therapy services—physical, occupational, and speech therapy—play a vital role in resident recovery, rehabilitation, and quality of life. However, beyond achieving clinical outcomes, therapy departments must […]
May 12, 2025
On April 11, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule for updates to Medicare payment policies and rates for skilled nursing facilities under the […]
February 20, 2025
The therapy team plays a pivotal role in ensuring quality compliance and promoting person-centered care within nursing facilities. In November 2024, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) released its Nursing […]
January 24, 2024
A well-managed swing bed program is essential to a critical access hospital. This program can improve patient outcomes and provide additional reimbursement opportunities creating a “win-win” for the patient and […]
Resources
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