Author: HealthEverywhere Editorial Team
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CMS publishes provider education on using and billing remote patient monitoring correctly
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services CMS pointed providers to updated education on correctly using and billing remote patient monitoring after OIG recommended additional oversight. Why it matters: Provider education is a direct response to RPM oversight concerns and helps clarify billing expectations. HealthEverywhere note: This post is a source-linked policy news summary. Readers…
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CMS finalizes CY 2025 Physician Fee Schedule telehealth policies
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services CMS finalized CY 2025 PFS policies preserving selected telehealth flexibilities, including audio-only availability for certain home telehealth services and extended telecommunication-technology payment policies for RHCs and FQHCs. Why it matters: The rule shaped the transition from pandemic-era flexibilities toward longer-term Medicare telehealth policy. HealthEverywhere note: This post is…
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CMS issues transmittal allowing home health telehealth services during an inpatient stay
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services CMS issued transmittal R12888CP on allowing home health telehealth services during an inpatient stay, with implementation scheduled for April 7, 2025. Why it matters: This is a narrow but practical operational change for providers coordinating home health and inpatient care. HealthEverywhere note: This post is a source-linked policy…