The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued the following updates this week:
- OASIS-D Instrument Use Extended
- SNF Provider Preview Reports Available Until December 15
- Reduced Payment for Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Services Furnished in Whole or in Part by a Physical Therapist Assistant or an Occupational Therapy Assistant
- December 14 CMS Quality Programs Bi-Monthly Forum
- Update to Medicare Deductible, Coinsurance and Premium Rates for Calendar Year (CY) 2022
- Q3 2021 HCAHPS Data due by Wednesday, January 5, 2022
- CMS HQR System Now Accepting CY 2021 eCQM Data