Do you want to see a picture that explains a lot about skilled nursing right now? Take a look at this: (click to enlarge) View fullsize This is from the 2016 Medicare Part A data that CMS released a few days ago. There is a lot to unpack in that data set, but just based… Continue reading Part A RUGs – Some Observations
Day: October 18, 2018
Star Ratings – Some Stats
Star Ratings Let’s talk about star ratings. I know a lot of people in skilled nursing tell me they don’t like star ratings. Most say the star ratings are flawed and can be misleading. I agree that star ratings aren’t perfect, but they aren’t designed for skilled nursing insiders; they are designed to help people… Continue reading Star Ratings – Some Stats
MPPR: A Hidden Expense
Although MPPR has been around since 2011, a lot of people are surprised just how big a role it plays in Part B reimbursement in skilled nursing. It’s a tool CMS has used to justify paying less for Part B therapy delivered in skilled nursing facilities. Here’s how. How Part B Used to Work Back in the… Continue reading MPPR: A Hidden Expense