Geographic Reclassification & Area Wage Index
Our approach to wage index reviews combines process as well as data analytics and strategies to include:
- Strategies and assistance for geographical reclassification opportunities
- Occupational mix reporting assistance
- Management kick-off and feedback throughout the process
- Validation of key wage index components
- Detail compilation assistance
- Evaluation of internal data capture and reporting processes
- Integrated approach and findings affecting other potential areas of reimbursement such as home office, related party and non-reimbursable areas
- Provider representation and communications with fiscal intermediary and CMS throughout the appeal process
- Findings and recommendations for data gathering, reimbursement, and operational strategies impacting wage index factors and ultimately reimbursement
