CMS Issued the FY2019 SNF PPS Final Rule
As anticipated, the change to the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) was finalized to go into effect October 1, 2019 (FY 2020). CMS noted that this allows providers one year to prepare for this fundamental change from the RUG-IV case-mix model to the new PDPM methodology which is based on patient condition and care needs. Preparations will involve […]