New CMS Rule Requires LTC and ICFs-IID Facilities to Submit Weekly Vaccination Data
On May 11, 2021, CMS announced a new Interim Rule that will require Long-Term Care…... Read More
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Kentucky Permits MCOs to Resume Prior Authorization Requirements
The Cabinet for Health and Family Services Department of Medicaid Services (DMS) is reinstating the…... Read More
HHS Promises Accountability and Transparency in Distribution of Remaining Provider Relief Fund, Considers Extension on Fund Spending
On May 12, 2021, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra reported…... Read More
Kentucky Face Covering Mandate Amended
On May 6, 2021, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear issued Executive Order 2021-312, clarifying that small…... Read More
CMS Announces Increase in Medicare Payments for COVID-19 Monoclonal Antibody Infusions
Effective May 6, 2021, Medicare increased its payment rates for administering monoclonal antibodies to treat…... Read More
HHS Ensures Reimbursement for COVID-19 Vaccine Administrations Not Covered by Insurance
On May 3, 2021, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the launch…... Read More