Public Policy

• Independence at Home
  • IAH Addresses Health Reform Concerns
  • Independence at Home Frequently Asked Questions
  • PBS Nightly Business Report on Medicare and Medical House Calls, including IAH - July 30, 2009
  • Why don't we first do what works? Special to Roll Call, July 30, 2009
  • IAH fits CBO Savings Analysis
  • Reasons why IAH should be included in Health Reform
  • Independence at Home 7-Page Summary
  • Independence at Home Fact Sheet
  • AAHCP Press Release - Independence at Home Act Reintroduced!
  • Markey, Wyden Announce Reintroduction of IAH
  • IAH Bill as Reintroduced 05-21-09
  • IAH Introduced Two-Page Summary
  • Independence at Home power point presentation, June 5, 2009
  • IAH Legislative Briefing Press Release
  • IAH Legislative Briefing Presentations

• CMS Transmittal on Consultation Codes

• PQRI Frequently Asked Questions

• House calls bill could mean new referral opportunities for agencies

• AAHCP Comment Letter on the 2009 Proposed Medicare Payment Rule

• 2008 Geographic Adjustment Factors (GAFs)

• IAH in 2009 - Inside CMS Article
• Patient Case Studies and Testimonials
• Patient Visit Photos
• Point of Care Tools

Final CMS Ruling on NPP Signings