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CMS will require positive COVID-19 test results for increased inpatient payment

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CMS will require positive COVID-19 test results for increased inpatient payment Health Leaders Media Inpatient novel coronavirus (COVID-19) claims will require a positive viral test result to be eligible for the 20% increase in the MS-DRG weighting factor, effective for admissions on or after September 1. The test must be performed within 14 days of admission, and the results must be documented in the patient’s medical record. READ MORE

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