Location:
Training Facility: International Plaza 2 (IP2)
14221 Dallas Pkwy.
Dallas, TX 75254
Our comprehensive program provides an in-depth presentation of the Medicare cost report and the key factors that drive reimbursement. By experiencing a combination of lectures and class discussions and story-telling, participants will not only expand their knowledge, but also enhance their ability to assess unique reimbursement issues within their organizations.
Register by March 1 to take advantage of our Early Bird pricing!
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of Level I of this program, participants will be able to:
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Learn the history of the Medicare program and how it reimburses hospitals.
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Understand the purpose of the cost report and its role in determining payments.
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Analyze reimbursement under the prospective payment system.
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Examine all the primary cost report worksheets.
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Consider special designations in the Medicare program and how hospitals may benefit from them.
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Explore the key factors in hospital reimbursement including Medicare bad debts, DSH, and the wage index.
Upon completion of Level II of this program, participants will be able to:
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Understand potential issues and opportunities with Medicare bad debts.
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Consider possible opportunities under various clinic strategies.
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Learn how to reconcile the Medicare cost report settlement and understand the various settlement components.
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Study the processes and timing of settling the cost report, including reopenings and appeals.
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Identify opportunities for hospitals to impact the key factors in PPS reimbursement including Medicare DSH, IME/GME, and the wage index (PPS Track).
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Evaluate the unique challenges for Critical Access Hospital (CAH Track).
Presenters
Brad Brotherton, Cassandra Fahey, David Hall