Discover how the latest changes to Medicare payment systems, prompted by a landmark court decision, will affect hospital reimbursements for FY 2025. This course offers detailed insights into the revised Medicare wage index, new transitional payment exceptions, and adjustments to the Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) and Long-Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System (LTCH PPS) rates. Equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate these changes effectively and ensure compliance.
In this course you will learn the following:
* Comprehend the implications of the court decision on IPPS rates.
* Identify the key changes to the Medicare wage index and payment systems.
* Implement the transitional payment exceptions for low wage hospitals.
* Understand the consequences of non-compliance with the new regulations.
