CMS Manual System Transmittal 343: Medical Review Resolutions in the Absence of a Plan of Care (POC) and the Outcome Assessment Information Set (OASIS)
Guidance for contractors regarding instructions pertaining to the review and payment of home health claims when a provider fails to submit an OASIS and requirements governing the absence of the POC for home health Part A/B services, inpatient rehabilitation and hospice services.
Final
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: June 18, 2010
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