List of key documentation
Here is a list of some of the key points for each section of the provider-based designation attestation.
Interim rate documentation information
Overview of periodic interim payments (PIP) and non-PIP bi-weekly payments for acute care hospitals.
Prospective payment system (PPS) for inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs)
This gives you a brief overview of IRF PPS.
Prospective payment system (PPS) for inpatient psychiatric facilities (IPFs)
This gives you a brief overview of IPF PPS.
End-stage renal disease (ESRD) prospective payment system (PPS)
This is a brief overview of the ESRD PPS.
Critical access hospitals (CAHs) eligibility overview
This provides the eligibility and criteria to qualify for CAH status.
Requests for tentative settlement letters in Spanish
This explains how to request your tentative settlement notification letters in Spanish.
Treatment of Medicare Part C days in the calculation of a hospital's Medicare disproportionate patient percentage
Read this article for guidance for the treatment of Medicare Part C days in the calculation of a provider's Medicare...
News regarding wage index and occupational mix
Read this important update regarding upcoming wage indexes and occupational mix survey data.
Provider audit and reimbursement: Provider-based designation checklist
CMS has developed a standardized provider-based designation checklist.