Outpatient Facility Coding Alert - 2021 Issue 5
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Article Overview
This article summarizes a CMS alert about reopening the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System extreme and uncontrollable circumstances application process for performance year 2020. It is relevant to clinicians, groups, virtual groups, and APM Entities that participate in MIPS and need to understand the timing and scope of the updated application window.
Why This Topic Matters
It informs affected Medicare quality-reporting participants about an administrative deadline change that could affect their 2020 MIPS participation. The notice is useful for practices monitoring CMS guidance and reporting obligations.
What You Will Learn
- The CMS policy update described in the notice
- Who can submit the reopened application
- The time frame covered by the CMS announcement
- Where CMS directs applicants for access to the application process
Who Should Read This
- Clinicians participating in MIPS
- Medical group practices
- Virtual groups
- Alternative Payment Model Entities
- Quality reporting staff
- Medical coders and practice administrators
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