Part D Payment Modernization Model Calendar Year (CY) 2022 Fact Sheet
(Source – www.cms.gov/newsroom) In January 2020, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Center for Medicare & Medicaid Innovation
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CMS updates definition of ‘reasonable and necessary’ Medicare coverage
(By Katie Adams for Becker’s Hospital Review) CMS issued a final rule Jan. 12 that updates the agency’s definition of
Read MoreCMS issues final rule for Medicare coverage of breakthrough technologies: 5 things to know
(By Jackie Drees for Becker’s Hospital Review) CMS issued a final rule Jan. 12 that will speed up the FDA
Read MoreCMS proposes coverage update for blood-derived products
(By Alia Paavola for Becker’s Hospital Review) CMS is proposing coverage changes for certain blood-derived products and treatments. The agency Dec.
Read MoreCMS issues final rule to promote value-based purchasing of drugs
(By Alia Paavola for Becker’s Hospital Review) CMS issued a final rule Dec. 21 to make it easier for states, payers
Read MoreDon’t miss your flu shot
(Source – www.medicare.gov/blog) December 6–12 is National Influenza Vaccination Week. It’s a good reminder to roll up your sleeve and
Read MoreAct fast! Review your Medicare plan by December 7
(Source – www.medicare.gov/blog) Medicare Open Enrollment is almost over. If you’re thinking about changing your Medicare plan, you have until December
Read MoreMedicare premiums and other costs will increase in 2021
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced the 2021 Medicare premiums and other costs will increase. The
Read More4 things to consider when comparing Medicare plans
(Source – www.medicare.gov/blog) Comparing Medicare health and prescription drug plans can be complicated. Keep in mind these 4 things to
Read MoreCMS Takes Steps to Ensure Medicare Beneficiaries Have Wide Access to COVID-19 Antibody Treatment
(Source – www.cms.gov/pressrelease) The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced that starting today, Medicare beneficiaries can receive coverage of
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