At Stotler Hayes, we know that securing payment from private insurance can be an uphill battle – full of red tape, unforeseen barriers, and multiple appeals. Our clients have sought our assistance to tackle these issues, including erroneously denied claims, delays in processing and payment, and pursuing claims the insurance company deems untimely or uncovered. […]
Payment and Policy Changes for Medicare Skilled Nursing Facilities
For Fiscal Year 2021, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule [CMS-1737-F], which updates the Medicare payment rates and value-based purchasing program for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs). There are several major changes to the SNF payment policy. CMS projects that aggregate Medicare program payments to SNFs will increase by $750 million […]
Guidance updates on the IRS’ Economic Impact Payment Information Center
In response to the Economic Impact Payments authorized by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), the Internal Revenue Service created the Economic Impact Payment Information Center (EIP Information Center). The EIP Information Center provides general information and guidance through an FAQ, EIP calculator, links for requesting payments, and more, even if […]
New Directives Issued for Maryland Nursing Homes
On April 5th Governor Hogan enacted an emergency order regarding Maryland nursing homes and COVID-19 directives. Hogan cited cases or clusters of cases at 81 nursing homes and long-term care facilities across the state as a motivating factor for this executive order. These new directives are effective immediately and require Long-Term Care facilities to adjust […]
CMS Issues New Guidance for Long-Term Care Facilities
CMS has issued updated guidance to nursing homes providing critical recommendations to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The recommendations announced include: Nursing homes should immediately implement symptom screening for all staff, residents, and visitors – including temperature checks. Nursing homes should ensure all staff are using appropriate PPE when they are interacting with patients and […]
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