Social Work Blog
DECEMBER 20, 2021
On November 2, 2021, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the CY 2022 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) final rule. The 2400+-page rule includes updates to policies and payments that are pertinent to clinical social workers (CSWs) and other Medicare providers. December 2021. Reimbursement.
Social Work Blog
OCTOBER 25, 2021
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed CY 2022 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) issued on July 16 includes a variety of provisions that are relevant to clinical social workers (CSWs) who are participating providers in Medicare. We welcome the proposed continuation of audio-only services as a telehealth modality.
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Social Work Blog
DECEMBER 16, 2021
CSWs may participate in the QPP by earning a payment adjustment for Medicare Part B covered professional services based on a performance evaluation across different categories that focus on the quality of care provided to a patient. Medicare has identified 15 measures that CSWs may use to report quality services.
Prosper Health Collective
JULY 31, 2023
However, for many individuals, communication can present challenges due to various disabilities and disorders. This is where speech pathologists play a crucial role, as dedicated professionals speciali s ing in diagnosing and treating communication disorders, enabling individuals to communicate effectively.
Social Work Blog
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
On July 7, 2022, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released its proposed rule of the Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) that announced proposed policy and practice changes for Medicare Part B payments beginning January 1, 2023. The proposed changes may impact social workers and other Medicare providers in various settings.
Relias
APRIL 28, 2023
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requires all health facilities in the Medicare program to track and report data reflecting pressure injury development on all clients. Repeated pressure exposure on the same area will result in the degradation of the skin’s integrity, literally opening the skin up to infection.
Social Work Blog
MAY 5, 2023
Preventing Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders NASW and UT-Austin have partnered to support social workers in prevention of alcohol-exposed pregnancies. The QPP allows eligible clinicians who are reimbursed for Medicare Part B services to receive a bonus for improving the quality of patient care and health outcomes.
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