Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) 5-Claim Probe and Educate Review
The purpose of this Change Request (CR) is to have the MACs perform a 5 claim probe and educate medical review on every SNF in their jurisdiction. The purpose of this widespread review is to lower the SNF improper payment rate. As always, if the MAC identifies an improper payment, the MAC will adjust the individual claim payment, as appropriate, in addition to providing education, including their explanation for denial or adjustment of payment.
Final
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: May 15, 2023
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