Data included in this Final Resident Roster Report will determine CMI rates for payment dates 7/1-9/30/22. Take this opportunity to ensure your MDS assessments captured the most accurate CMI for resident care to optimize Medicaid revenue for future payments. Celtic assists clients to identify opportunities to enhance case mix system processes, implement best practices and … Continue reading
Ultimate Kronos Group (UKG), a software used by SNFs for PBJ submission, was the victim of a ransomware attack on December 11, 2021. CMS announced it will not downgrade affected facilities that miss the February 14, 2022 PBJ submission deadline or submit incomplete information. Impacted Kronos users need to contact CMS by March 1, 2022 … Continue reading
CT Providers: Preliminary Resident Roster reports are available to retrieve from the Myers and Stauffer portal. You have until 2/15/22 to submit corrections. Are you capturing the most accurate CMI for resident care? Celtic supports our clients by identifying opportunities to optimize Case Mix system processes through analysis, targeted education and mentorship. Let’s discuss options … Continue reading
Effective January 16, 2022, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services renewed the Public Health Emergency (PHE) determination. To prepare for post-pay audits, providers should ensure supportive documentation is captured when using available SNF 1135 waivers. Celtic supports its clients in our rapidly changing industry by providing mentorship on the most up-to-date information. Contact … Continue reading
During a LTC staffing crisis, CMS announced they’re going to begin posting Weekend Staffing and Staff Turnover information on Care Compare this month. They’ll also add that information to the staffing rating domain of Five Star Quality Ratings in July 2022. You can’t afford to take this one sitting down, and we’re here to help. … Continue reading
CMS released an updated version of the PDPM Grouper (V2.0002) which will be implemented into the MDS ASAP system on Thursday, January 6th. Notably, the update corrects NTA mappings which caused “extra” points. Celtic helps our clients navigate changes to the PDPM payment system and provides solutions to prevent or remediate drops in revenue. We’re … Continue reading
Beginning April 1, 2022- Sequestration Resumes for Medicare Claims. The Protecting Medicare and American Farmers from Sequester Cuts Act impacts payments for all Medicare Fee-for-Service (FFS) claims: No payment adjustment through March 31, 2022 1% payment adjustment April 1 – June 30, 2022 2% payment adjustment beginning July 1, 2022 Celtic supports our clients by … Continue reading
November 15th deadline for CT Providers to transmit MDS assessment corrections included on the Final Resident Roster report is next week. Take this opportunity to ensure your MDS assessments captured the most accurate CMI for resident care. The Final Resident Roster Report will be posted on December 10th. As a case mix consultant to nursing … Continue reading
Preliminary Resident Roster reports are available to retrieve from the Myers and Stauffer portal. You have until 11/15/21 to submit corrections. Now is the time to assess your standings in the new Case Mix payment system. Are you capturing the most accurate CMI for resident care? Celtic’s best practices have helped providers optimize their Medicaid … Continue reading
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recently renewed the Public Health Emergency (PHE) determination, extended at least until January 2022. Take this opportunity to ensure supportive documentation is captured when using available SNF waivers. Celtic supports its clients in our ever-changing industry by providing education and guidance on the most up-to-date information. Contact … Continue reading