Registering with CMS for PBJ The Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) is a website through which Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) will be required to submit staffing data pulled directly from their payroll software, starting in July 2016. Surveys have shown that most facilities are not well prepared for this change. In order … Read More
On-demand webinar: MDS 3.0 changes/RAI manual changes for 2015
New MDS 3.0 changes and Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) Manual changes became effective Oct. 1, 2015, affecting MDS workflow and reimbursement for skilled nursing facilities in every state. For the second year in a row, SimpleLTC arranged for MDS expert Cheryl Shiffer to present a special free training webinar to … Read More
On-demand webinar: Texas MCO Prior Authorizations
There’s a new Texas MCO Prior Authorization form…here’s what you need to know Texas Medicaid Managed Care continues to pose new challenges to long-term care providers. Beginning Sept. 1, 2015, all MCOs must accept the new standardized Texas MCO Prior Authorization form from long-term care providers (instructions for the form … Read More
How to automate Texas MCO Prior Authorization forms
As Texas Medicaid Managed Care continues to evolve, it’s not surprising that long-term care providers continue to face new requirements. The latest change involves how you’ll submit Texas MCO Prior Authorization forms (and supporting documentation) for Medicaid reimbursement. This post will give you the scoop, plus explain how providers can … Read More
Your top IDT meeting questions, answered by DADS
We’ve worked with DADS to get answers to your top IDT meeting questions On July 7, SimpleLTC hosted a free webinar for several hundred Texas SNFs and PASRR specialists. Our special guest speaker was Cathy Belliveau, Senior PASRR Program Specialist with DADS. During the 90-minute training, participants asked dozens of … Read More