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Space Available for Interdisciplinary PDPM Workshops July 24 and 25

On July 10, 2019 by Heidi Simpson

Is your organization ready for the Oct.1 implementation of Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM), the new Medicare Part A payment classification system? Take advantage of these upcoming education and training opportuniteis:

SNF Quality Reporting Program Train-the-Trainer Event – Registration Open

On July 10, 2019 by Julie Apold

Registration is open for a two-day Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Quality Reporting Program (QRP) Train-the-Trainer event for providers on Aug.13 and 14. The training, which is primarily intended for those responsible for training staff at care centers, includes:   

Training Opportunities for Oct. 1 PDPM Implementation

On July 2, 2019 by Heidi Simpson

Look to LeadingAge Minnesota for your training needs to prepare for the Oct.1 implementation of Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM), the new Medicare Part A payment classification system. Don’t miss these opportunities:  

2 New Webinars in Our Countdown to Oct. 1 PDPM Implementation

On June 23, 2019 by Heidi Simpson

We have scheduled two new webinars in our countdown to Oct. 1 PDPM Implementation: Common MDS Coding and Scheduling Errors and Diagnosis Coding for Payment in PDPM. And don’t forget to register for one of four workshops specifically focused on a Team Approach to Operationalizing PDPM.  

2 New Webinars in Our Countdown to Oct. 1 PDPM Implementation

On June 23, 2019 by Heidi Simpson

We have scheduled two new webinars in our countdown to Oct. 1 PDPM Implementation: Common MDS Coding and Scheduling Errors and Diagnosis Coding for Payment in PDPM. And don’t forget to register for one of four workshops specifically focused on a Team Approach to Operationalizing PDPM.  

PDPM Countdown to Oct. 1 – Is Your Interdisciplinary Team Ready?

On June 18, 2019 by Heidi Simpson

Many organizations have not yet registered their teams for the July workshop to prepare for Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) implementation that goes into effect Oct. 1, 2019. A Team Approach to Operationalizing PDPM is a full day workshop that takes place at four different locations in July. It is designed to equip interdisciplinary teams with the knowledge and tools to prepare for the sweeping changes in Medicare Part A payment classification system.  

Countdown to Oct. 1 PDPM: Get Your Interdisciplinary Team Prepared

On June 4, 2019 by Heidi Simpson

A Team Approach to Operationalizing PDPM is a full day workshop coming this July to four cities to help your interdisciplinary team get prepared for the Oct. 1, 2019 implementation of Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM).  

PDPM: Get Your Interdisciplinary Team Ready for Oct. 1 Implementation

On May 22, 2019 by Heidi Simpson

Register your interdisciplinary team today for one of four July workshops, A Team Approach to Operationalizing PDPM, to prepare for the Oct.1 implementation of the Patient Drive Payment Model (PDPM) classification system for Medicare Part A payments. The new system has significant implications for clinical operations, pre-admission screening, IDT documentation, and may even influence the types of individuals you will admit. 

Last Chance for May 15 PDPM Executive Strategy Workshop

On May 8, 2019 by Heidi Simpson

The May 15 PDPM workshop is nearly sold out; just a few seats remain. Successful Leadership Strategies to Prepare for PDPM is designed for your executive leadership team with important information as you prepare your organizations for the transition to PDPM.  

PDPM Implementation is 5 Months Away

On April 30, 2019 by Heidi Simpson

Countdown to the Oct. 1, 2019 implementation of Patient-Driven Payment Model, the new classification system for Medicare Part A payments, is now just five months away. Get ready by attending these crucial training sessions: 

PDPM – WE HAVE YOUR TRAINING NEEDS COVERED

On April 24, 2019 by Heidi Simpson

The transition to the new Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) will require providers to fully understand the massive changes to Medicare part A payments and identify what actions they need to take to maximize the new model of value-based care. LeadingAge Minnesota is offering a series of training opportunities to help you get ready for the conversion: 

Medicare Releases Proposed Rule that Moves Closer to PDPM Implementation

On April 24, 2019 by Jeff Bostic

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) late last week issued a Proposed Rule that provides details about the upcoming implementation of the new Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) that will take effect on Oct. 1, 2019. CMS will follow up with a final rule on the Oct. 1 rates around Aug. 1.  

Countdown to PDPM: Essential Leadership Strategies Workshop is May 15

On April 16, 2019 by Heidi Simpson

With the implementation of Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) less than six months away, time is of the essence in getting your organization and team ready for the changes it will bring. 

Our May 15 workshop, Successful Leadership Strategies to Prepare for PDPM, is a day designed for CEOs, corporate executive suite, care center Administrators and senior leadership to take a high-level examination of the changes and how to prepare.

Click here to register your executive team today for this one-day workshop. 

COMING SOON - PDPM Training Series: Countdown to October Implementation

On March 19, 2019 by Jeff Bostic

Patient Driven Payment Model, or PDPM, is the biggest change to care center reimbursement since RUGs, and it goes into effect in just six months – Oct. 1. Get your organization ready for the conversion through a series of training opportunities from LeadingAge Minnesota:  

CMS Updates PDPM Website, Announces Early Delivery for New RAI Manual

On February 19, 2019 by Jonathan Lips

Responding to provider concerns, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is updating its new website for the Patient-Driven Payment Model and planning an earlier release of the RAI manual. 

Have an Hour Free on Thursday? Join the CMS Nursing Facility Open Door Forum

On November 28, 2018 by Jonathan Lips

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will provide information on the Patient Driven Payment Model, the recently-released Nursing Home Staff Competency Assessment toolkit, and other issues during a Skilled Nursing Facilities/Long Term Care Open Door Forum onThursday, Nov. 29, at 1 p.m. 

Check Out New Economic Impact Estimates and Other PDPM Resources

On November 28, 2018 by Jeff Bostic

Did you see our new Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) web page that launched last week? It contains resources, including new economic impact estimates and training webinars, which will help care centers prepare for the dramatic change in how Medicare pays for services that takes effect Oct. 1, 2019. 

New PDPM Web Page Features Economic Impact Estimates and Other Resources

On November 20, 2018 by Jeff Bostic

LeadingAge Minnesota has created a web page with a variety of resources on the new Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM), which takes effect Oct. 1, 2019 and will make dramatic changes in how Medicare pays for services in care centers.  

Now Available: Webinar Recording - New Medicare Care Center Payment System

On August 28, 2018 by Jeff Bostic

LeadingAge Minnesota and Health Dimensions Group last week hosted a webinar on the new Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM), which is scheduled to take effect on October 1, 2019 and will make dramatic changes in how Medicare pays for services in care centers.  

New Medicare Rates for SNFs and Value-Based Purchasing Adjustments Effective Oct. 1

On August 15, 2018 by Jeff Bostic

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently published a final rule with the new Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) PPS rates effective for the year starting Oct. 1. We have calculated the base SNF rates for all regions of Minnesota.