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Attention: Changes Coming to 2022 Billing
December 22, 2021
Categories: Advocacy, Billing, Compliance, Education, Healthcare, Legislation, Legislature
If you haven’t heard by now, there are big changes coming this year when it comes to the CMS Physician Fee Schedule. Among other things, it looks like things will be moving ahead when it comes to cuts in payment to almost three dozen healthcare divisions. We at NARA are keeping tabs on everything and wanted to make sure you were aware of advocacy efforts leading into this new year.
2021 Responses –... Read More
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Advocacy Initiative for 2021: Why Advocacy is Important
January 13, 2021
Categories: Advocacy, Legislation, Regulatory Issues
Why is advocacy important?
As a constituent, you are an indispensable part of our democratic system, and your advocacy is an important mechanism to influence elected officials and their actions. Being an advocate can have far-reaching positive impacts on your organizations business, your patients access to services you provide and the overall health of your community. Through advocacy efforts you provide policymakers with the information they need to make informed... Read More
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Tips to Effectively Have Your Voice Heard by Your Representative
January 24, 2018
Categories: Best Practices, Legislation
We all want to be heard and with today’s technology it’s really not that hard to be heard. Did you visit a restaurant and absolutely love the food and you want to share that with friends? You post it on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. Want to give a family update? Write a blog. Looking to give friends a play-by-play of your weekend? Post your photos to Snapchat. But is digital and social media as effective when communicating with your representatives?
Is social media... Read More
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Four Benefits of a NARA Membership
June 28, 2017
Categories: Legislation, Legislature
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead
At NARA, we bring together therapy and rehab providers, associates and those tied to the industry to make a difference in the lives of those involved in the profession and those we treat. So if you happen to be sitting on the fence about becoming a member let us share why you should join a group of committed citizens... Read More
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2017 Regulatory Trends for Skilled Nursing Facilities and Rehab Providers
May 31, 2017
Categories: ACA, Articles, Legislation, News, Regulatory Issues, Therapy Business
by Rita Cole, SLP, Clinical Director at Optima Healthcare Solutions
Several regulatory issues and trends that have an impact on the health care industry, specifically on Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) and rehabilitation providers, are currently in the spotlight on Capitol Hill. Though these regulations will have a direct impact on SNFs, therapy providers will also be affected, so it’s important for all therapy providers to be aware of the implications.
Major... Read More
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How to Follow Up With Your Representative After the Conference
May 19, 2017
Categories: Legislation, Legislature
Did you have a chance to meet with your Congressional Representative during the 2017 NARA Spring Conference in Washington, DC? Your work isn’t over yet! After you’ve had a chance to rest and collect yourself, you’ll want to take a series of steps to follow up. Here’s a few of them:
Send a thank-you note.You don’t have to run to the store and purchase a card. A simple email to each representative who met with you is enough. Doing... Read More
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Spring Conference Overview
March 24, 2017
Categories: Legislation, Legislature, Spring Conference
With the rapidly changing regulatory landscape, it’s more important than ever for rehab providers—especially those who are industry leaders or business owners—to take up the mantle of the Boy Scouts and “Be Prepared” for what is coming. In last month’s blog, we encouraged everyone to get prepared by attending the 2017 NARA Spring Conference in May. In the spirit of preparedness, we thought we would give you an overview of some of the things to expect during... Read More
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Therapy Cap Repeal Bills Introduced In House and Senate
February 10, 2017
Categories: Legislation, News, Regulatory Issues, Rehab Agency, Therapy Business, Therapy Caps
On Wednesday, February 1, 2017, both the House and the Senate introduced bills that would repeal the Therapy Cap. The bill numbers are H.R. 807 and S. 253. The text of the bills it not yet available.
H.R. 807 was introduced by Rep. Paulsen, Erik (R-MN) and has been referred to the House - Energy and Commerce; Ways and Means. There are currently 46 co-sponsors of the Bill (click here for the full list). NARA will continue to update you on this Bill.
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