Implementation of Changes in the End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Prospective Payment System (PPS) and Payment for Dialysis Furnished for Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) in ESRD Facilities for Calendar Year (CY) 2021
This article informs you about changes to the Calendar Year (CY) 2021 rate updates and policies for the End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Prospective Payment System (PPS) and changes to the payment for renal dialysis services provided to Medicare beneficiaries with Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) in ESRD facilities. Make sure your billing staffs are aware of these changes.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: November 09, 2020
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