Being a reimbursement and operational specialist, I feel it has become very important to keep everyone informed of the Illinois Medicare-Medicaid Alignment Initiative that has been happening in long-term care. Like many, we have experienced Medicaid payment changes throughout the years and one thing that we have learned is that we have to be aware of the changes and be prepared.
Bottom line, what does this mean? This new information means that it is very important to prepare your clinical staff to understand the 48 RUG Grouper methodology. Senate Bill 26 contains news about the RUGS and other issues that affect long-term care providers.
Feel free to personally contact me at (708) 574-1686 or email me at jmccarthy@provinet.com to learn how to prepare your clinical staff for these new changes or visit the Illinois General Assembly website to view a synopsis of the Bill status.

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