As the nation and the world continue our collective struggle with COVID-19, things are changing rapidly as society adjusts to our new “normal.” Congress continues to explore legislative solutions, including for affected workers. The Department of … [Read more...] about COVID-19 and Medicare
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Count On Us
We remain open and fully operational – although most of our staff are working remotely. Our phones, email, and online contact forms are available. Our new-look website remains a robust source of information and updates. Our webinars will continue – … [Read more...] about Count On Us
Center Comments on Policy and Regulatory Revisions in Response to COVID-19
June 1, 2020 VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS–1744–IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: CMS-1744-IFC: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Policy and … [Read more...] about Center Comments on Policy and Regulatory Revisions in Response to COVID-19
CMA Alert | May 28, 2020
Final Rule for Medicare Parts C and D Includes Weakened Standards for Medicare Advantage Networks CMS Rule: Nursing Facilities Must Report Covid-19 Data to CDC, Residents, Families and Representatives Government Appeals “Observation Status” Court … [Read more...] about CMA Alert | May 28, 2020
May 2020 – Medicare and COVID-19 & Other Issues
COVID-19 and Medicare Latest General Updates (David Lipschutz)Policy updates issued by CMSLegislationUpdated Advocates GuideSkilled Nursing Facilities (Toby Edelman)Latest UpdatesFederal vs. State ActionsAccess to Coverage and Care Amid … [Read more...] about May 2020 – Medicare and COVID-19 & Other Issues
CMA Alert – May 14, 2020
New Center for Medicare Advocacy Report - Nursing Home Industry Seeks Immunity During COVID Crisis; States Are Obliging Medicare Covers Maintenance Therapy – Therapist Assistants Can Provide It Case Study: Medicare Advantage and … [Read more...] about CMA Alert – May 14, 2020
CMA Alert – May 7, 2020
Reflections on the 7th Annual National Voices of Medicare Summit and Senator Jay Rockefeller Lecture COVID-19 Updates to Medicare Enrollment and Emerging Social Security Office Efficiencies to Process Changes for Beneficiaries CMA Special Report … [Read more...] about CMA Alert – May 7, 2020
CMA Alert – April 30, 2020
Medicare Trustees Report: Projections Similar to Last Year, and Savings Are Available Decisive Win for Affordable Care Act: Supreme Court Rules Sabotage Attempt Illegal UPDATED - COVID-19: An Advocates Guide to Medicare Changes Free Webinar: … [Read more...] about CMA Alert – April 30, 2020
2020 Virtual National Voices of Medicare Summit:Program & Materials
Use the links below to access additional materials from our presenters and sponsors, presentation slides, and this year's program. General Materials 2020 Summit Program Presentation Slides Additional Presenter Materials Judith Stein … [Read more...] about 2020 Virtual National Voices of Medicare Summit:Program & Materials
CMA Alert – April 23, 2020
COVID Updates (April 23, 2020) CMS to Require Transparency Regarding Coronavirus in Nursing Facilities Register for the VIRTUAL National Voices of Medicare Summit and Senator Jay Rockefeller Lecture - April 30, 2020 COVID Updates (April 23, … [Read more...] about CMA Alert – April 23, 2020