CMS Issues Final Rule to Revise Home Health Conditions of Participation
By George F. Indest III, J.D. M.P.A., L.L.M., The Health Law Firm
On January 13, 2017, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule that revises the conditions of participation (CoPs) that home health agencies (HHAs) must meet to participate in the Medicare and Medicaid. The requirements focus on the care delivered to patients by HHAs, reflect an interdisciplinary view of patient care, allow HHAs greater flexibility in meeting quality care standards and eliminate unnecessary procedural requirements. The provisions of this rule will go into effect on July 13, 2017.
Patient Centered Process.
CMS’ focus on a patient-centered process is notably reflected by a restructuring of Part 484 into two […]