JOURNEY TO PDGM SUCCESS

Understanding how to succeed under PDGM, requires an understanding of the major differences between the two models. This comparison will show the key areas that will change so leaders can easily identify where to focus their efforts as they prepare for 2020.  We will discuss the impact of double billing and the cash flow issue occurring in early 2020. 

We will take a deep dive into the important changes under PDGM to show which factors will have the greatest impact on reimbursement. Timing, admission source, LUPA thresholds, comorbidity adjustments, and clinical groupings are all important components that create the payment grouping. Attendees will learn to identify revenue growth opportunities in order to focus on areas that drive the greatest returns.

Data has never been more important than it is now as we prepare for the implementation of PDGM. By aligning agency operations with financial indicators, agencies can help ensure financial health and a seamless transition to PDGM. Reviewing revenue cycle management and data analytics, attendees will see how financial impact can be positively influenced with operational adjustments.

The new payment model will change the way therapy services are reimbursed. Our experts will outline the key changes and provide insight into best practices for functional scoring and outcome management. We will also explore how rehab pathways and visit utilization will be different. You will understand the role of maintenance therapy under PDGM.

Learn from peers as everyone discusses their own organizational preparedness strategies. Together we will learn best practices and solutions that are working as well as ways to overcome the inevitable challenges that change brings. 

PDGM will require significant operational changes for organizations to thrive. We will provide strategies for the episode management areas including coding, intake and scheduling that will have to adjust to the new PDGM billing requirements. We will also walk through documentation needed for comorbidities and offer strategies to incorporate telehealth into a care plan. 

Technology solutions offer a cost-efficient way to transition to PDGM. Adapting to PDGM will require technology that can automate claim submission, efficiently manage referrals, and augment an organization’s staff ability to streamline operations and improve outcomes. This session will help you identify what you need from your EHR partner to easily manage the transition. 

Join attendees, peers and industry leaders for a cocktail reception after the seminar is complete. Share thoughts on what you’ve learned and continue networking all while enjoying light bites and refreshments.  

Those who will benefit include agency executives, financial leaders, administrators, intake staff, clinical directors, quality assurance personnel, coders, and virtually anyone involved in agency operations. 

The fee includes all seminar sessions, continental breakfast, lunch and attendance to the networking reception following the educational sessions. Attendees will also earn seven hours of continuing education credit from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Session slides will be provided to attendees in advance of the seminar.

We encourage attendees to register at least seven days prior to the seminar date. Registrations will be accepted on site if space is still available. Early-bird registration at a reduced rate is available until August 16. Regular registration begins on August 17.

Payment may be made online by credit card. Cards accepted include Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.

Attendees may register on site if space is available. On-site registration is $299.

Registrations may be transferred to another attendee, however Axxess must be notified in writing of this transfer at least ten days prior to the seminar date. To transfer a registration, send an email to events@axxess.com.

An administrative fee of $50 will be assessed for all cancellations. Seminar no-shows and cancellations made within seven days of the seminar date are nonrefundable. Registrations may be transferred to another attendee, however Axxess must be notified in writing of this transfer at least ten days prior to the seminar date. To transfer a registration, send an email to events@axxess.com. 

If you require special assistance at the seminar, contact Axxess at events@axxess.com. Please let us know the date of the seminar you wish to attend, and we will work with the facility to accommodate your needs.

Attendees may wear whatever attire is most comfortable for them. We recommend dressing in layers, or bringing a light jacket or sweater, as hotel meeting room temperatures tend to be cool.

Seminar slides will be provided for download or printing in advance of the conference. A link to this material will be sent to the email address you provided when you registered. We will not be providing printed slides on site. You are welcome to bring your computer or tablet and/or printed slides or paper for note-taking purposes. Wi-Fi will be provided in the conference room.