2018 Medicare Parts A & B Premiums and Deductibles Announced
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced the 2018 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs.
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The 2018 QPP Final Rule – Insights into the Future
By Matthew Fusan – CMS released the much anticipated 2018 Quality Payment Program final rule. While most of what was in the proposed rule ultimately made it into the final rule there was one surprise along with many indicators of what to expect as the QPP continues to mature over the next several years.
EHR Incentive Program Status Report September 2017
Just the facts… CMS has released the most recent numbers for the EHR Incentive programs. Here are some Program-to-date highlights from the September report. Active registrants total well over a half a million.
MIPS: The Tale of 90 Days
By Anshu Jindal – Unlike most tales, where you can enjoy any version of your liking, the key facts in this tale have long-term implications for healthcare providers and organizations, both in terms of money and reputation.
Participate in Field Testing of Episode-Based Cost Measures by November 15
CMS is conducting a field test for eight episode-based cost measures before consideration of their potential use in the cost performance category of the MIPS of the Quality Payment Program.
EHR Incentive Program Status Report August 2017
Just the facts… CMS has released the most recent numbers for the EHR Incentive programs. Here are some Program-to-date highlights from the August report. Active registrants total well over a half a million.
Now Available from CMS: Qualifying APM Participant Look-Up Tool
CMS has announced the results of the first Qualifying APM Participant (QP) determinations based on eligible clinician participation in the 2017 Advanced Alternative Payment Models (APMs).
MIPS 2017: Time Runneth Out
By Jim Tate – There is less than two weeks left on the clock. October 2nd is coming fast and brings the beginning of the last 90-day MIPS performance period for 2017. If plans have not already been made then this week is the last opportunity.
ACOs: Best Thing Since Sliced Bread, or Swiss Cheese?
By David Harlow – It may not have the zing of a best-seller’s title, but check out the latest report from the HHS OIG: Medicare Shared Savings Program Accountable Care Organizations Have Shown Potential for Reducing Spending and Improving Quality.