CMS recently released the 2014 OPPS and MPFS proposed rules. The proposals include several provisions with impacts to CAHs including:
· Physician Supervision Requirements
· Therapy Caps for CAHs
· Medicare EHR Incentive Program for eligible professionals who reassign their benefits to Method II CAHs
Click here for information posted on the CMS website about the MPFS and here for information about the OPPS. CMS is accepting comments on the proposed rules until September 6. If you have any feedback or questions, please contact CRHC’s Policy and Advocacy Manager, Alicia Haywood at ah@coruralhealth.org.
