CMS Ambulance Open Door Forum Latest Update 07.24.2024

CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is conducting a “Ambulance Open Door Forum”

CMS Ambulance Open Door Forum scheduled for

Date: Thursday, August 1, 2024 

Start Time: 2:00pm-3:00pm PM Eastern Time (ET)

Agenda for the CMS Ambulance Open Door Forum :

1. Opening Remarks Chair– Maria Durham, Director, Division of Data Analysis and Market Based Pricing Moderator – Jill Darling (Office of Communications)

2. Announcements & Updates

A. Ambulance Fee Schedule Proposal in the Calendar Year 2025 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) Proposed Rule – link to the rule: CY 2025 PFS proposed rule

B. Update on the Ambulances Services Center Website: https://www.cms.gov/medicare/coverage/ambulances-services-center

To be followed by Question and Answer(Q&A) session.

**DATE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE**

To register for CMS Ambulance Open Door Forum :

Follow the below credentials to join CMS Ambulance Open Door Forum

Meeting ID: 160 823 4591

Passcode: 200020

Link for registration : Click here

Once you’re register for the event, you will receive a confirmation on your registered email ID.

What is CMS Ambulance Open Door Forum :

The CMS Ambulance Open Door Forum is a regular conference call organized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to discuss issues related to the ambulance service industry. This forum provides a platform for stakeholders, including ambulance service providers, billing specialists, and other interested parties, to receive updates on policy changes, regulatory requirements, and other relevant topics. Key aspects of the Ambulance Open Door Forum include:

• Policy Updates: Information on new or revised CMS policies affecting ambulance services.
• Regulatory Changes: Clarifications and guidance on compliance with existing and upcoming regulations.
• Billing and Reimbursement: Updates and discussions on billing practices, coding, and reimbursement rates.
• Quality Improvement Initiatives: Information on initiatives aimed at improving the quality of ambulance services.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Opportunities for participants to ask questions, provide feedback, and discuss challenges with CMS representatives.
• Educational Resources: Distribution of materials and resources to help providers understand and implement CMS policies effectively.

Also the Ambulance Open Door Forum (ODF) addresses issues related to the Medicare payment, billing, and coverage for air and ground ambulance services.

What are the issues discussed in these Open forum discussions ?

The Ambulance Open Door Forum addresses wide range of issues/concerns like

• Scheduled Non-Emergent Ambulance Transport (RSNAT)
• Prior Authorization of Repetitive
• Ambulance Fee Schedule (AFS) proposed and final rules
• Rural and other additional payments under the AFS

This platform ensures everyone to stay informed about the latest developments, policy changes, and regulatory updates from CMS, facilitating a transparent and efficient flow of information.

Overall, the Ambulance Open Door Forum serves as a crucial communication channel between CMS and the ambulance service industry, ensuring that providers have the information they need to comply with regulations and deliver high-quality care.

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