SHM Signs Onto MACRA Letter to CMS
With the upcoming release of the proposed rule regarding implementation of the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA), we are writing to ensure that activities in the private sector continue, and have a defined pathway to meet the Alternative Payment Model (APM) criteria.
SHM Comments on CMS’ Measure Development Plan for MACRA
SHM sent comments to Medicare on their Measure Development Plan for MIPS and APM transition.
SHM Submits Comments on Proposed Changes to the Common Rule
SHM comments on the quality improvement section of the proposed Common Rule changes from the Office for Human Resarch Protections (OHRP)
SHM Submits Comments to CMS on Discharge Planning Rule
SHM submitted comments on this proposed rule as it will expend significant requirements onto hospitals if finalized.
SHM Offers Comments on MACRA Implementation
SHM met CMS’ request for information on new SGR repeal legislation (MACRA) with suggestions and ideas on how to best implement the program.
SHM Signs on to Letter Supporting Antibiotic Stewardship Requirements for LTCFs
Along with other organizations, SHM signs onto a letter to CMS supporting antibiotic stewardship requirements for long term care facilities (LTCFs) in order to participate in Medicare programs.
SHM Signs onto Letter Regarding Funding for Quality Measures in MACRA
Along with the AMA and other organizations, SHM signs onto a letter to CMS asking for funding for measure development and technical assistance.
SHM Comments on Physician Fee Schedule for CY 2016
SHM sends comments to Medicare on the CY 2016 Physician Fee Schedule. (September 8)
SHM Submits Comments to Medicare on the CCJR Model
SHM submits the following comments on CMS-5516-P Medicare Program; Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement Payment Model for Acute Care Hospitals Furnishing Lower Extremity Joint Replacement Services.
SHM Comments on Medicare’s OPPS Changes to Two-Midnight Rule
SHM comments on the Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System’s proposed changes to the 2-Midnight rule.