Medicare implications of discounts to the uninsured.
Discount policies are likely to face increased scrutiny in light of congressional inquiries on Medicare outlier payments and recent media attention regarding pricing for the uninsured. If you're considering making changes to your hospital's policy, you'll need to understand the current regulatory environment, recognize potential concerns, and develop a plan of action that complies with recent HHS guidance.
Keough
Christopher L
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Vinson & Elkins, LLP, Washington, DC, USA. ckeough@velaw.com
Ruskin
Andrew
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