Becker's Healthcare February 8, 2017
Since its launch in 1965, Medicare has been one of the most influential programs for hospitals, health systems and other providers. Medicare has played a prominent part in various reform movements, including the shift from fee-for-service to value-based payment models, and the program’s policies and reimbursement rates have acted as a catalyst for change nationwide.
The following list sheds some light on several facets of Medicare reimbursement, covering everything from the latest update to the Inpatient Prospective Payment System to mandatory bundled payment models.
Inpatient hospital reimbursement
1. Hospitals that fall under CMS’ Inpatient Prospective Payment System agree to pre-determined rates to serve Medicare beneficiaries. More than 3,300 acute care hospitals and 430 long-term care hospitals receive payments under the...
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