CMS to conduct pilot audit process for PBJ
CMS has announced in a letter addressed to skilled nursing facility administration that their PBJ staffing audit team will begin conducting audits of PBJ data …
Is your facility prepared for an active shooter event?
In today’s rapidly changing environment, no organization is immune from violence. It’s an unfortunate truth, but one that facilities should keep in mind as they …
New House bill would change face-to-face documentation requirement
A new bill filed in the U.S. House would require CMS to consider a patient’s entire patient — including the home health agency’s medical record …
CMS offers guidance on A1400 of HIS
The new Hospice Item Set (HIS), effective in April 2017, left a confusing piece – Item 1400, regarding the patient’s payer information at time of …