Thursday – October 22
Breakfast Buffet
7:15-7:55 a.m.
What is an MCR and Days?
Speaker: Amber Vindasius
8:00-9:15 a.m.
Many facilities are greatly impacted by Medicare reimbursement, which is determined by the reporting within the MCR. This session begins with an introduction to the MCR (the “big picture” and why we care what is reported) before moving into an overview of the hospital statistical data included in the report. We conclude with a discussion of days reported on the cost report and the importance of accurate reporting by both type and payor.
Support Costs
Speaker: Bailey Flagg
9:30-10:45 a.m.
This session focuses on operating expenses and progresses into the overhead allocation sections of the cost report, highlighting reimbursement opportunities, areas for hospital review, and documentation issues.
Allocation Statistics
Speaker: Brennan Pendleton
11:00-12:00 p.m.
This session illustrates techniques used to effectively distribute resources and analyze statistical data for optimal decision-making in various financial contexts.
Lunch Break
12:00-1:00 p.m.
Family Feud
Speaker: Jeannette Ring
1:00-1:45 p.m.
Pay attention to the previous presentations and pull out your crystal ball for the next sessions.
Allocation Statistics
Speaker: Brennan Pendleton
1:45-2:15 p.m.
This session illustrates techniques used to effectively distribute resources and analyze statistical data for optimal decision-making in various financial contexts.
Revenues, Ds and Es, & Ms
Speaker: Catherine Bauman
2:30-3:45 p.m.
Dive into the complexities of revenue capture, review how the cost-to-charge ratio is directly affected by revenue reporting, the importance of accurate reporting, and the Medicare settlement including the PS&R.
Round Tables by EHR
Moderators: DZA Team
4:00-5:00 p.m.
Engage with peers using the same electronic health record (EHR) system to discuss optimization, troubleshooting, and real-world solutions in an open, collaborative environment.
