On April 30, 2020, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released a second Interim Final Rule with new flexibilities and changes relevant to home-based medical care providers. The changes in this most recent Interim Final Rule are effective immediately, with many modifications retroactively effective as of 3/01/2020. These include the following:

*Drug Abuse Screening Test
**Alcohol Use Identification Test

Additional Key Updates:

Disclaimer: This information is current as of 5/05/2020. COVID-19 guidelines are changing daily. Please note for the purposes of the Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC) population: The Home Centered Care Institute (HCCI) focuses its content on CMS guidelines relevant for traditional Medicare billing. It’s always recommended to check with local MACs for specific guidance for your geographic region. Medicare Advantage and commercial payor policies will vary.

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