Home Health Line
02/22/2023
The new OASIS-E item N0415 (High-risk drug classes: use and indication) might mean that clinicians need a reminder for additional documentation to explain why it’s needed and whether there are any indications.
02/22/2023
Stick to the language specified in CMS guidance to avoid one of the more frequent mistakes with initial certifications that is causing claim denials under medical review.
02/22/2023
Quality of patient care should be the focus for all hospice agencies in light of new surveyor guidance issued January 27.
02/22/2023
Consider whether a remote scribe service, either in house or contracted, may be able to assist with the paperwork as your clinicians work to learn the ins-and-outs of OASIS-E in the field.
02/22/2023
by: David J. Pryzbylski
There are countless workplace technologies available to companies that enable them to track employees for various purposes. For example, many employers have GPS devices on company vehicles so they can track how efficiently they are delivering services. But does the use of such technology violate labor law? Based on a memo from the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) general counsel, the answer could soon be “yes” in many cases.
02/22/2023
by: DecisionHealth Staff
Initial certification invalid was the top reason for denials under CGS’ Targeted, Probe and Educate program, according to data from September 2021 to August 2022.

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