CMS seeks input on reducing administrative burden

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a request for information seeking new ideas to advance its Patients over Paperwork , which aims to reduce administrative burdens in order to free up health system resources for the delivery of high-quality care. The CMS is requesting ways to reduces burdens associated with areas such as: reporting and documentation requirements; coding and documentation requirements for Medicare or Medicaid payment; and prior authorization procedures. The last day to is Aug. 12. (CMS , 6/6/19)