November 17, 2010
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Changes in Certification
Requirements for Home Health Agencies and Hospices
On January 1, 2011, new Medicaid home health rules went into effect; they clarify that skilled care and home health services—physical therapy, occupational therapy
and speech-language pathology services—do include services that are intended to maintain a person's condition. Restoration potential is not required. The Centers
for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the new regulations on November 17, 2010.
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