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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public comments on their plans to collect information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The request includes information on extending an existing Medicare form for individuals with chronic renal disease and a revision to a collection concerning outpatient therapy providers. Interested parties have until February 16, 2021, to provide feedback on the necessity and practicality of these collections, as well as suggestions for improvement. This public involvement is part of the formal process required for federal agencies when gathering information from the public.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a correcting amendment to fix technical errors in two previous Medicare rules. These rules deal with appeal rights for changes in patient status and the procedures for appealing Medicare claims or prescription drug coverage determinations. The corrections involve changes to paragraph numbering and minor wording adjustments, ensuring the rules align with the intended policies. This amendment is effective immediately without a delay, as the corrections are non-substantive and will not impact public actions.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have approved the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Healthcare (AAAHC) to continue serving as a recognized national accrediting organization for Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASCs) that want to participate in Medicare. This approval lasts from December 20, 2024, to December 20, 2029. CMS concluded that AAAHC's standards and processes meet or exceed the necessary Medicare requirements after a detailed review. No public comments were received during the comment period, enabling smooth continuation of AAAHC's accreditation role.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public comments on its plan to collect information from the public under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This notice is published as part of a required procedure before seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget for each information collection. Among the items addressed are Medicare Health Outcomes Survey, Community Mental Health Center Cost Report, the Request For Termination of Premium-Hospital and/or Supplementary Medical Insurance, and the Appointment of Representative form. CMS seeks feedback on the necessity and utility of these information collections, as well as suggestions for improving their quality and minimizing the burden they impose. Public comments are due by April 6, 2021, and can be submitted electronically or via regular mail.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public comments on its plan to collect information as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. CMS aims to enhance the quality and utility of the information collected and reduce the burden on participants using technology. Two key projects are included in this request: the Monitoring and Audit Process for PACE Organizations to ensure compliance, and the Part B Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage application process to determine eligibility for beneficiaries after a kidney transplant. Public comments are welcomed until February 21, 2025.

The document is a quarterly notice from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), part of the Health and Human Services Department, detailing important updates on Medicare and Medicaid programs from October to December 2024. It lists CMS manual instructions, regulations, and Federal Register notices related to these programs. The notice is organized into 15 addenda, each containing specific updates such as changes in Medicare manual instructions, CMS rulings, national coverage determinations, and approved medical facilities for various treatments. The document aims to keep beneficiaries and stakeholders informed about the latest developments in Medicare and Medicaid regulations.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a chance for the public to comment on their plan to collect information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This act requires federal agencies to get approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) before gathering information from the public. CMS is seeking comments on things like the necessity of the information, how it will be collected, and ways to minimize the burden on the public. The public has until March 11, 2021, to provide feedback on this proposed information collection.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a correcting amendment to fix a typographical error in the 2021 Physician Fee Schedule final rule. The error involved an incorrect reference in the regulation instructions, which has now been accurately revised. The amendment ensures that the rule properly reflects intended policies without making any substantive changes. CMS determined that regular notice and comment procedures were unnecessary for this correction, as it is purely technical and aligns with previously finalized policies.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public feedback on its intention to gather and manage information from the public. This initiative is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, ensuring federal agencies collect necessary, efficient, and low-burden information. The document describes two key information collection types: one concerning a peer review program targeting quality control in Medicare services, and another focused on gathering actuarial data for Medicare Advantage and Drug Plans. Both collections aim to enhance decision-making and compliance within the healthcare sector.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have received an application from The Joint Commission (TJC) seeking continued approval of its hospice accreditation program. This approval would allow TJC to deem hospices as meeting or exceeding Medicare requirements, meaning that such hospices could participate in the Medicare or Medicaid programs without further validation from CMS. The CMS is inviting public comments on whether TJC's accreditation standards meet or exceed the Medicare conditions for hospices. Comments must be submitted by February 12, 2025, and the CMS will review TJC’s standards, survey processes, and resources before making a decision.