Federal Health Policy Update for August 3

The following is the latest health policy news from the federal government for July 29-August 3.  Some of the language used below is taken directly from government documents. Medicare Payment Regulations CMS has issued a final rule updating Medicare payment policies and rates for inpatient and long-term-care hospital services under its inpatient prospective payment system and long-term care prospective payment system for FY 2024.  The final rule increases hospital inpatient rates 3.1 percent and LTCH rates 3.3 percent in FY 2024.  Other highlights include a nearly $1 billion cut in Medicare disproportionate share (Medicare DSH) and Medicare DSH uncompensated care [...]