- Presenter: David Glaser and Katie Ilten, Health Law Group Attorneys
Hospitals are facing regular Medicare audits of “short stays,” with the auditor questioning whether a patient qualified for inpatient, rather than outpatient status. There are very strong legal arguments to challenge most of these denials. This session will explore the significant contradictions contained in Medicare instructions, and describe the legal defenses available when internal or external review asserts that an overpayment exists. We will also provide some practical tips for reducing the risk that your admissions will be challenged.
