New Expansion to the Settlement Conference Facilitation Program
OMHA’s new eligibility requirements are intended to benefit more providers. The Office of Medicare Hearings and Appeals (OMHA) has expanded its Settlement Conference Facilitation (SCF)
OMHA’s new eligibility requirements are intended to benefit more providers. The Office of Medicare Hearings and Appeals (OMHA) has expanded its Settlement Conference Facilitation (SCF)
OMHA adds Chapter 14 to its case processing manual The Office of Medicare Hearings and Appeals (“OMHA”) has recently been updating its OMHA Case Processing
OMHA Issues Updates to Its Case Processing Manual The Office of Medicare Hearings and Appeals (OMHA) announced updates to its OMHA Case Processing Manual (OCPM),
Providers urged to review potentially eligible claims and consider participation in the expanded SCF process. The Office of Medicare Hearings and Appeals (OMHA) publicly implemented
OMHA also announced that the SCF expansion will include a “fast track” process, or “SCF Express.” The Office of Medicare Hearings and Appeals (OMHA) hosted
June 8, 2018 is the deadline for participation. Like watching the sunset approach the horizon, time is running out for hospitals and health systems weighing
June 8, 2018 is the deadline for participation. Like watching the sunset approach the horizon, time is running out for hospitals and health systems weighing
Two new programs have significant potential in collectively effectuating a meaningful reduction in the appeals backlog. In casting a larger net, the Office of Medicare
The guy either has no idea how the process works or he has mastered the art of lying with statistics. In May 2014, the American
The CMS announcement will be discussed in a conference call on Jan. 9, 2018. Healthcare providers and suppliers with fewer than 500 appeals pending at
A low volume appeals settlement and an expanded Settlement Conference Facilitation process are two initiatives to improve the Medicare claims appeal process. On Friday, the
Low-Volume Appeals (LVA) and expansion of its Settlement Conference Facilitation (SCF) program are two new offerings by the Office of Medicare Hearings and Appeals (OMHA)

Medicare regulations are complex and even seasoned professionals struggle to apply them consistently. Due to overwhelming demand, Dr. Hirsch returns for Part 2 of Ask Dr. Hirsch: Clarifying Medicare’s Most Misunderstood Rules to answer even more of Medicare’s most misunderstood questions, covering inpatient status, observation, SNF access, Medicare Advantage denials, and more. Join Dr. Hirsch as he provides clear, referenced answers to real-world questions submitted by your peers, helping you navigate Medicare compliance with confidence and clarity.

Traditional utilization management models can no longer keep pace with regulatory shifts, payer scrutiny, and operational pressures. In this webcast, Tiffany Ferguson, LMSW, CMAC, ACM, ACPA-C, introduces an Adaptive Model strategy that modernizes UM through role specialization, technology-driven workflows, and proactive, team-based processes. Attendees will learn how to restructure programs to improve efficiency, strengthen clinical collaboration, and enhance financial performance in a rapidly changing healthcare environment.

Federal auditors are intensifying their focus on inpatient psychiatric facilities, using advanced data analytics to spotlight outliers and pursue high‑dollar repayments. In this high‑impact webcast, Michael Calahan, PA, MBA, Compliance Officer and V.P., Hospital & Physician Compliance, breaks down what regulators are really targeting in IPF-PPS admissions, documentation, treatment and discharge planning. Attendees will learn practical steps to tighten processes, avoid common audit triggers and protect reimbursement and reduce the risk of multimillion-dollar repayment demands.

In this timely session, Stacey Shillito, CDIP, CPMA, CCS, CCS-P, CPEDC, COPC, breaks down the complexities of Medical Decision Making (MDM) documentation so providers can confidently capture the true complexity of their care. Attendees will learn practical, efficient strategies to ensure documentation aligns with current E/M guidelines, supports accurate coding, and reduces audit risk, all without adding to charting time.

Prepare for FY 2027 IPPS changes with a comprehensive 3-part masterclass covering ICD-10-CM/PCS updates, MS-DRG shifts, NTAPs, compliance risks, and reimbursement strategies.

Stay ahead of FY 2027 reimbursement changes with expert analysis of MS-DRG shifts, NTAP updates, Medicare Code Edits, and emerging technologies impacting inpatient payment accuracy.

Stay ahead of FY 2027 ICD-10-PCS changes with expert analysis of new procedure codes, revised guidelines, and high-impact updates affecting reimbursement, compliance, and inpatient coding accuracy.

Master the FY 2027 ICD-10-CM changes, including new diagnosis codes, CC/MCC updates, and coding guideline revisions, with practical insights from nationally recognized coding and CDI experts.
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