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Which PDPM Therapy Pricing Method is Best?

Posted on: January 24, 2022

Since the RCS-1 Proposed Rule was released in Spring 2017, through the PDPM Final Rule and up to today, we’ve spent hundreds of hours thinking and pressure testing different ideas. We’ve had ongoing conversations with customers, colleagues, and consultants about PDPM therapy pricing. Our goal was simple: Develop a pricing approach which equally addresses and ensures the success of our patients, customers, and employees under PDPM. 

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Tags: CMS Update 2018, Payment Reform, Patient-Driven Payment Model, PDPM

CMS 1135 Waiver Now Available Until April 2022

Posted on: January 24, 2022

On Friday, January 14, 2022, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, Xavier Becerra, declared a renewal of the Public Health Emergency declaration, effective January 16, 2022. For an additional 90 days, this allows for access to waiver or modification of requirements under Section 1135 of the Social Security Act. The new expiration date is set for April 16, 2022. CMS has committed to provide notice of the PHE end prior to the expiration date, with a 60-day notice promised. The link to view this declaration: https://aspr.hhs.gov/legal/PHE/Pages/COVID19-14Jan2022.aspx  

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Four Questions to Evaluate 2022 Strategic Partnerships for Senior Living Operators

Posted on: January 19, 2022

The past two years pressure-tested the Senior Living industry in unprecedented ways. Have your partners (or those you may be considering) helped see you through the unique challenges? Are they still the best fit in today's environment to help you weather the storm in 2022 & beyond?

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