Course Description:

This PDPM-focused session will provide an in-depth review of the Nursing and NTA components impact on reimbursement and explore how clinical documentation, diagnosis coding and assessment accuracy impact reimbursement. This session will also discuss the process of calculating the payment rate and identifying opportunities for Interim Payment Assessment (IPA). Attendees will learn how to align clinical practices with reimbursement drivers to ensure accurate, optimal reimbursement while maintaining compliance,

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify key drivers of the nursing and NTA components under PDPM.

2. Understand how clinical documentation impacts reimbursement.

3. Recognize how and when to initiate an IPA to capture changes in acuity.