Stay ahead of regulatory change with this targeted training on the CMS final rule for Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Prospective Payment System (PPS) updates for FY 2026. Learn the latest payment methodologies, wage index updates, quality reporting modifications, and revised Value-Based Purchasing (VBP) program details. Gain actionable insights into ICD-10 coding revisions, removal of specific patient assessment elements, and compliance steps to avoid costly penalties. This course is essential for SNF administrators, billing professionals, and compliance teams seeking to ensure full alignment with Medicare requirements and maximize reimbursement.
In this course you will learn the following:
* Identify and apply the updated SNF PPS payment rates and methodologies for FY 2026.
* Implement changes to the SNF Quality Reporting Program (QRP), including data element removals and reconsideration processes.
* Comply with updates to the SNF Value-Based Purchasing (VBP) Program, including scoring methodology and reconsideration procedures.
* Understand the legal and financial consequences of non-compliance with the new requirements.
* Access and utilize CMS resources for ongoing compliance.
