DADS released four information letters and two provider letters.
NF:
A review of the medical necessity determinations revealed errors. DADS identified the accuracy of assessment data drawn from the MDS assessment and clinical record as one reason for errors. (Letter)
CMPAS:
DADS informed these providers of rules on the required base wage. (Letter)
CBA, PHC, CAS, FC, MDCP, and DAHS:
DADS informed these providers of rules on the required base wage. (Revised Letter)
Financial Management Services Agencies:
DADS informed these agencies and CDS employers that that effective September 1, 2013, CDS employers must pay at least $7.50 per hour to employees who provide PHC services, including CAS, FC, CBA, and MDCP. (Letter)
HHAs Seeking Medicare Certification:
DADS notified these providers of the current CMS survey and certification requirements and gave clarification. (Letter)
Hospice Agencies Seeking Medicare Certification:
DADS notified these providers of the current CMS survey and certification requirements and gave clarification. (Letter)
NF, ICF/IID, and AL:
DADS provided guidelines for the amelioration of administrative penalties. (Letter)