Social Work Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2021

On November 2, 2021, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the CY 2022 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) final rule. The 2400+-page rule includes updates to policies and payments that are pertinent to clinical social workers (CSWs) and other Medicare providers. December 2021. Reimbursement.

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Social Work Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed CY 2022 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) issued on July 16 includes a variety of provisions that are relevant to clinical social workers (CSWs) who are participating providers in Medicare. We welcome the proposed continuation of audio-only services as a telehealth modality.

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Social Work Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2021

CSWs may participate in the QPP by earning a payment adjustment for Medicare Part B covered professional services based on a performance evaluation across different categories that focus on the quality of care provided to a patient. Medicare has identified 15 measures that CSWs may use to report quality services.

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Social Work Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, Indian Health Service or the Veterans Affairs health system). Services related to mental health substance use disorders are specifically included. The rule applies to both current and future patients who are uninsured or self-pay. CSWs meet that definition. Templates and Resources.

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Social Work Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, Indian Health Service or the Veterans Affairs health system). Services related to mental health substance use disorders are specifically included. The rule applies to both current and future patients who are uninsured or self-pay. CSWs meet that definition. Templates and Resources. Enforcement.

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Relias

APRIL 28, 2023

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requires all health facilities in the Medicare program to track and report data reflecting pressure injury development on all clients. Repeated pressure exposure on the same area will result in the degradation of the skin’s integrity, literally opening the skin up to infection.

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Relias

JANUARY 23, 2023

Research cited in our study showed that screening occurred in less than two-thirds of mothers, with considerable variation depending on race, income-level, and Medicaid/Medicare status. Providers should closely monitor women with a history of mood disorders, either prior to or during the perinatal period.

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