Accurately documenting your primary diagnosis is crucial for maximizing PDPM reimbursement. On Oct. 1, CMS will not accept an MDS without a valid primary diagnosis. To help you prepare for PDPM, we’ve launched a FREE version of our powerful PDPM Diagnosis Explorer tool. With the PDPM Diagnosis tool, you can … Read More
PDPM: 4 simple steps to optimal coding
Accurate coding has always been a key foundation for maximizing reimbursement. Success under PDPM will require more than just accuracy, however. To achieve long-term PDPM success, you’ll need to implement some essential PDPM coding practices at your facility. Want to optimize your coding practices before PDPM becomes a reality on … Read More
PDPM countdown FAQ: Your questions answered from our recent webinar
On Tuesday, May. 21, 2019, SimpleLTC and Briggs Healthcare offered the biggest and most anticipated webinar to date: Countdown to Oct 1: PDPM coding tips for MDS and ICD-10. During the webinar, industry expert Mary Madison discussed how to prepare for PDPM and the newest version of the MDS 3.0 … Read More
[On-demand webinar] Countdown to Oct 1: PDPM coding tips for MDS and ICD-10
PDPM is approaching fast! Are you wondering how you will get everything and everyone ready by then? Don’t fret — we’ll help you prepare for the upcoming changes. On Oct 1, PDPM and the newest version of the MDS 3.0 Item Set both go into effect. Accurate coding of the … Read More
PDPM: 2 important ways to avoid audits
Audits are a necessary evil in the Medicare world. CMS performs audits to prevent healthcare fraud and abuse. As a result, providers are subject to scrutiny and potentially negative financial consequences. Now that the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) is almost upon us, it’s important to look at ways you can … Read More