CMS Seeks Feedback on Scope of Practice Laws
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is seeking additional input and recommendations​ regarding elimination of specific Medicare regulations that require more stringent...
VA launches online patient portal for veterans
According to Healthcare IT News, the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) has launched an online patient portal through AccessVA for veterans to view...
CMS Releases New Draft Version of 2020 MDS Item Set
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released that it has posted a new draft version of the 2020 MDS item sets (v1.18.0),...
Funding Opportunity for the Rural Health Care Coordination Program
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) announced a new opportunity to apply for federal funding that improves access and quality of care through...
MedPAC Issues Draft Recommendations for 2021
The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) issued its draft recommendations for each of the Medicare fee-for-service payment systems, as required by law. These recommendations, directed at...
Healthcare Organizations Sue Administration over Hospital Transparency Final Rule
The American Hospital Association and three other national organizations representing hospitals and health systems filed a lawsuit against the federal government, challenging the Nov....
USDA Invests Over $1.6 Million in Expansion of Rural Education and Health Care
Julie Gross, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development South Dakota State Director, announced that the USDA is investing $1,664,940 for five projects in rural...
CMS Issues Medicaid Fiscal Responsibility Proposed Rule
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule titled "Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Rule." SDAHO is still analyzing the provisions outlined...
CMS Open Door Forum Calls
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will host a Special Open Door Forum call December 10 from 1-2pm CST on the final...
Medicare Parts A & B Premiums and Deductibles for 2020
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced that the Medicare fee-for-service Part A deductible for inpatient hospital services will be $1,408, an...
