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FY2019 Skilled Nursing Facility Proposed Rule Summary
This document summarizes the FY2019 proposed rule updating the skilled nursing facility (SNF) payment rates.
Integration Planning, Execution are Key To M&A Success
Having an integration plan that aligns with strategic rationale was among the most commonly cited lessons learned by surveyed finance executives involved in hospital M&As.
Meeting Individuals with Mental Health Crises Outside the Hospital
A community mental health program in New Hampshire keeps 100 patients a month out of the emergency department.
Ask the Experts: Calculating Contract DRGs
What is a simple way to accurately determine my current base DRG rate?
Congress Most Likely Pass Regulatory Reduction Bill, Says Leader
May 8—Although many healthcare issues are calling for congressional action this year, the run-up to the mid-term elections likely will limit legislative advancements to a regulatory relief package, according to a congressional health leader.
FY2019 Medicare Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule
This summary highlights key provisions of the FY2019 Medicare inpatient rehabilitation facility prospective payment system proposed rule, published by CMS.
Enterprisewide Revenue Cycle Management Reduces Costs, Improves Patient Loyalty
Moving toward a holistic approach to revenue cycle management addresses increasing consumer demand for streamlined appointment scheduling, patient information sharing, and bill payment.
Ask the Experts: Credit Balances
How do other Florida hospitals initiate and work credit balances?
FY2019 IPPS/LTCH Proposed Rule
This summary highlights key provisions of the FY2019 IPPS/LTCH proposed rule, published by CMS.
Own, Partner, or Contract?
There are seven important options hospitals and health systems should consider when contemplating ownership of a post-acute network versus a partnership or contractual arrangement.