Medicare 2021 OPPS Final Rule Online Workshop

thursday, december 17, 2020 – 1:00 pM – 3:30 PM EST

friDAY, decemBER 18, 2020 – 9:00 aM – 11:30 aM EST

This workshop will cover the Medicare OPPS Final Rule for 2021. Each attendee will receive a PDF copy of our detailed workshop manual which provides comprehensive analysis of the Final Rule, including all changes to payment rates and status indicators for new and existing codes.

Two different sessions are available for your convenience. Price: $150

Note: The release of the Final Rule is expected to be delayed this year due to the impact of COVID-19. In the unlikely event that the delay is extensive enough to impact this session, rescheduling may be necessary.

Session Topics

Summary of Key Changes to the OPPS

Major Changes to Inpatient-Only Procedures
Updates to Medicare Payments for 340B-Acquired Drugs
New Comprehensive APCs for 2021
Revision to Laboratory Packaging Policy
New Pass-Through Medical Devices
Changes to Level of Supervision Requirements
Expansion of Medicare Prior Authorization Requirements
Updates to CMS payment rates and status indicators for new and existing codes
And much more!

Workshop Benefits

Identify which changes will affect your facility’s reimbursement
Prepare for changes that may have operational impacts
Provide tools to ensure compliance with new regulations
Receive a detailed manual breaking down the Final Rule with tables outlining all APC & payment changes
Approved for 2.5 CEUs by the AAPC

Who Should Attend?

Management and staff from:

Patient Financial Services
Reimbursement
Compliance
Health Information Management
Information Services
Charge Master

PRESENTERS

Jon Menard, CPC, COC and Julie Hall, COC

Jon and Julie are seasoned presenters who have been analyzing CPT/HCPCS changes and the Medicare OPPS for many years.
They present an interactive and informative session that facilities can use to prepare for significant changes that will impact Medicare reimbursement.

Jon Menard, CPC, COC

Julie Hall, COC

TESTIMONIALS

“As a Critical Access Hospital undergoing conversion to Epic, we needed assistance in moving to the new platform. We engaged IRI for their Charge Master Services and were delighted with all aspects of their work. They are abundantly professional and quickly built confidence in their expertise with all of the teams involved in this project. The requests that we had of them ranged from Provider Based billing, to Operating room, to Pharmacy among others. We had a tight timeframe and they fit us in with supreme customer service and responsiveness. We will definitely use them again for future projects, as well as some ongoing services. So grateful to have found this wonderful group of Charge Master experts.”

"The Concord Hospital Revenue Integrity department engaged IRI to perform comprehensive CDM Reviews for all our facilities and service lines. We chose IRI, because unlike other firms, they commit to analyzing every single charge line. They delivered on that promise. The reports and files they returned were comprehensive, easy to understand, and thoroughly explained potential issues and opportunities. We also use the IRI Retainer Service to assist us in understanding complicated charging and billing rules as they come up. Jon and Julie are extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I highly recommend their services."

"We are incredibly satisfied with the exceptional Revenue Cycle services provided by Integrated Revenue Integrity (IRI). Julie Hall and her team demonstrated unmatched expertise, professionalism, and a commitment to exceeding our expectations. Their proactive approach, clear communication, and dedication to customer satisfaction made a significant positive impact on our project. IRI truly stands out in the industry, and we highly recommend them for top-notch service."

I would highly recommend IRI in an interim management capacity; they filled a critical staffing gap and performed much needed analysis on claims and denials. They took time to understand the objectives that were important to our revenue cycle and worked to target those areas of concern. When changes were recommended, they included well researched payer policy, supporting documentation, and alignment with industry best practice. Julie integrated seamlessly into the department, effectively worked with operational stakeholders in our organization, and assisted with knowledge transfer for the incoming manager to ensure a smooth transition. Julie’s leadership and expertise were valuable; we will utilize IRI should another need arise for interim management.

Integrated Revenue Integrity (IRI) provides an integrated suite of solutions to ensure that your facility is maximizing reimbursement in compliance with regulatory guidance.