Updates to the IRF and SNF Provider Specific File and Changes in Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System For FY 2006
CMS made several refinements to the inpatient
rehabilitation facility prospective payment system (IRF PPS) in the FY 2006 IRF PPS
Final Rule. These manual changes are based on the policies stipulated in the final rule.
For example, the IRF PPS is transitioning from metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) to
Core Based Statistical Areas (CBSAs). Additionally, CMS established a hold harmless
policy to prevent significant losses to certain providers. There are also low-income
percentage (LIP), rural, and outlier percentage changes which will effect the Pricer.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: September 30, 2005
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