Stay ahead of regulatory changes with this comprehensive course on the Medicare Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems (IPPS), Long-Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System (LTCH PPS), and associated FY2027 updates. Learn how the proposed rule impacts payment rates, graduate medical education, and quality program requirements for acute and long-term care hospitals. Dive into the CJR-X Model expansion and discover strategies for compliance, beneficiary notification, and financial risk management. Perfect for hospitals and healthcare organizations preparing for new CMS mandates and quality reporting requirements.
In this course you will learn the following:
* Understand the goals and intent of the proposed rule.
* Identify the structure and key provisions of 42 CFR Part 512 and the CJR-X Model.
* Recognize the importance of public participation and how to submit comments.
* Anticipate areas where the rule may evolve based on feedback.
* Analyze the operational, financial, and quality implications for stakeholders.
