decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2011 Issue 9 (September)
Final e-Rx rule gives four new exemptions, Nov. 1 deadline
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Article Overview
This article explains CMS updates to the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (e-Rx) Incentive Program and who may qualify for hardship exemptions from the 2012 payment adjustment. It is relevant to providers, practice managers, and billing/coding staff who monitor Medicare incentive program requirements, compliance deadlines, and exemption documentation. The piece covers the rule’s timing, the categories of exemptions discussed, and the basic information needed to submit an online request.
Why This Topic Matters
Missing the e-prescribing reporting requirement could trigger a Medicare payment penalty, so understanding the updated exemption process and deadline helps practices avoid avoidable reimbursement reductions and compliance problems.
Article Sections
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Updated Medicare e-Prescribing Incentive Program Deadline
Introduces the CMS final rule and the revised timeline for requesting hardship relief from the Medicare e-prescribing adjustment.
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Hardship Exemption Options
Summarizes the categories of hardship relief addressed in the rule for providers and practices that could not meet the program requirements.
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How to Apply for an Exemption
Describes the online submission process and the types of information CMS indicates must be provided with an exemption request.
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Official Resources
Lists CMS and Federal Register resources referenced for additional program and rule information.
What You Will Learn
- The purpose of the final Medicare e-prescribing rule update
- What types of hardship exemption categories are discussed
- What the article says about the exemption request deadline and process
- What general information CMS expects applicants to provide
Who Should Read This
- Physicians and eligible professionals
- Practice managers
- Medical billing and coding staff
- Compliance staff
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