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CHA DataSuite Releases Revised Data Reports for FFY 2021 Medicare Hospital Wage Index and Occupational Mix

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CHA has provided member hospitals and health systems with preliminary reports on Medicare hospital wage index and occupational mix data. The reports are intended to provide a comparative review of the data that will be used to develop the federal fiscal year (FFY) 2021 Medicare hospital wage index. Hospitals are urged to review these data and submit requests for corrections by Feb. 14.

2020 California Hospital Volunteer Leadership Conference

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Thank you for registering to attend the 2020 California Hospital Volunteer Leadership Conference Volunteer Resource Professionals Networking Event.  Your meal selection is requested.  Please complete the form below indicating your meal choice by Thursday, February 13, 2020.  Dietary restrictions were selected at time of registration and will be shared with the banquet staff.  

CDPH Seeks Nominations for Excellence in Public Health Award

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The California Department of Public Health is seeking nominations for its Beverlee A. Myers Award for Excellence in Public Health, honoring the contributions of public health and health care service professionals who improve the health status of Californians. Nominations are due March 2 at 5 p.m. (PT) and can be sent to Michael.Marks@cdph.ca.gov.

CHA Establishes Coronavirus Resources, Outreach for Hospitals

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To support hospitals and health systems in their efforts to prepare and care for patients exposed to and diagnosed with novel coronavirus, CHA has established multiple channels for the latest developments, guidance, and other important information about novel coronavirus.

President Announces Fiscal Year 2021 Federal Budget Proposal

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President Trump has released his fiscal year (FY) 2021 budget proposal. The annual budget, which is a political blueprint rather than a legislative proposal, serves as a messaging document for the President and his party.

CMS Proposes Changes to Medicare Advantage and Part D for 2021 and 2022

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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued Part II of the calendar year (CY) 2021 Advance Notice of Methodological Changes for Medicare Advantage (MA) Capitation Rates and Part C and Part D Payment Policies. This includes proposals related to MA payment methodologies for 2021 — including changes to payment and possible star ratings for end-stage renal disease patients — as well as requests for feedback on changes to prior authorization and initial opioid prescribing.

Updates for the Week of Feb. 3

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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has released the following information:

Webinar: CY 2019 eCQM Reporting for the Hospital Inpatient Quality Reporting (IQR) and Promoting Interoperability Programs
Deadline March 2: Submission of CY 2019 eCQM Data for Hospital IQR Program and Medicare Promoting Interoperability Program
Inpatient Hospital Wage Index Timeline Reminder: Feb. 14 Deadline to Submit Corrections and revisions to January PUFs
Outpatient Rehabilitation Therapy Services: Comply with Medicare Billing Requirements
Publication of FY 2022 SNF Annual Payment Update Overview Table
Update to the Required Prior Authorization List of DMEPOS