tci Medicare Compliance & Reimbursement - 2021 Issue Q1
Industry Notes: Don’t Forget to Send in BLS Surveys on Medicare Pay
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Article Overview
This article covers a Medicare payment-related survey effort referenced by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and highlighted in MLN Connects. It is relevant for hospitals and healthcare providers who may receive survey requests and want to understand the broader purpose of the data collection, its statistical role, and the general importance of responding.
Why This Topic Matters
The update addresses a source of data used in Medicare payment-related analysis and notes that participation affects the quality and stability of the information collected. Providers and hospital organizations may want to know about the survey process, confidentiality, and the program context.
What You Will Learn
- What the BLS survey is generally used for in relation to Medicare fee-for-service payments
- Why participation in the survey is described as important for data quality
- Who the survey outreach is aimed at and the general confidentiality context
- Where to find the referenced CMS/MLN Connects resource
Who Should Read This
- Hospitals
- Healthcare providers
- Medical billing and coding professionals
- Revenue cycle staff
- Compliance staff
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