Rehab Providers: Perfect What You Know About Certifications

Why This Topic Matters

Documentation timing and plan-of-care management can affect Medicare compliance, contractor review, and the supportability of therapy services. The article helps providers understand updated CMS expectations so they can better align internal workflows with current guidance.

Article Sections

1. 90 Days Isn't Always the Magic # For POCs

   Discusses CMS guidance on certification timing for therapy plans of care and related signature timing considerations. Also addresses how duration is determined for initial treatment plans and recertifications.

2. Know The New Progress Report Deadlines

   Summarizes CMS changes to progress report timing and explains how those deadlines differ from recertification timing. The section focuses on documentation cadence and the relationship between progress reports and recertification requirements.

3. Remember These Facts When Modifying POCs

   Covers CMS guidance on changes to plans of care, including how visit frequency may vary as treatment progresses. It also addresses when plan-of-care changes may require physician review and signature.