Provider Reimbursement Manual Part 2, Provider Cost Reporting Forms and Instructions, Chapter 35, Form CMS-2540-96
This transmittal updates Chapter 35 – Skilled Nursing Facility Cost Report Form CMS 2540-96. Provisions in section 3508 establish the use of a code for “Core Based Statistical Area”
(CBSA), and is effective for services rendered on and after October 1, 2005. Provisions in section 3514.4 introduce additional RUGS for reimbursement, and are effective for services
rendered on and after January 1, 2006. Section 3534.03 implements the reduction of bad debts, and is effective for cost reporting periods beginning on and after October 1, 2005.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: April 01, 2006
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