2012 FINAL Rule for HH PPS Archives - Innovative Financial Solutions for Home Health

The Outlier Provision – a benefit at what cost?

by John Reisinger | Nov 20, 2012 | 2012 FINAL Rule for HH PPS, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Home Health PPS Rule

In the 12+ years that PPS has been around for the home health industry, the Outlier Provision has been in existence. Let me tell you right off that I have been against the Outlier Provision since Day 1! I have always felt that 99+% of the HHAs would do better off...

Initial Comments to the FINAL HH PPS Rule for 2012

by John Reisinger | Nov 4, 2011 | 2012 FINAL Rule for HH PPS

FYI – the FINAL Rule for the 2012 Home Health Prospective Payment System is published today in the Federal Register. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services RULES Medicare Programs: Home Health Prospective Payment System Rate Update for Calendar Year 2012...

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