DADS released two information letters and two news alerts:
Most LTC providers:
HIPAA rules mandate that all Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) transactions must use EDI Version 5010. CMS has extended the December 31, 2011, compliance deadline until April 1, 2012. (Letter)
ICF/MR:
DADS reminds providers of their responsibility to maintain current and accurate information in ICF/MR Provider Characteristics using Client Assignment and Registration Screen 683 and the instructions for entering information (Letter)
— CBA and HCSSAs: DADS has revised the following forms (to be used by January 2, 2012) to remove requisition fees:
- Form 3671-D, Minor Home Modification, and Instructions have been updated
- Form 3672-E, Adaptive Aids and Medical Supplies, and Instructions have been updated
- Form 3671-H, Dental Services, and Instructions have been updated.
— DADS recently hosted a HSC billing guidelines webinar, but providers requested face-to-face training. In response, DADS will host several on-site training sessions. For training dates and registration (required), see the HSC training sessions page.
