Every SNF biller has felt this frustration. You submit a Part A claim expecting it to move, only to find it sitting in return to provider (“RTP”) with a CO-16 error. Another delay. Another stop in cash flow. 

CO-16 is one of the most common, costly,  and preventable barriers to timely Medicare paym...

October 1st is always a big date on the Skilled Nursing Facility calendar, and this year is no different. With new Medicare rules officially in effect, facilities need to confirm they’ve made the necessary updates to stay compliant and avoid costly mistakes. The good news? The changes are manageable...