General Inpatient Care: Challenges and Compliance

Join hospice experts and dive into the specifics of the General Inpatient level of care. Discover the data behind the issue, become proficient in the regulations, eligibility and documentation requirements and learn how to manage the nuances of GIP care. Consider specific case-based examples and apply them to practice - ensuring that you are providing the right level of care to the right patients for the right length of time.

Why is this important?  Why does it matter?  In calendar year 2013, nearly 800 hospices did not provide a single day of General Inpatient (GIP) care, though it is one of the four levels of hospice care required to be available under the Medicare Hospice Benefit. Also in calendar year 2013, the length of stay at the GIP level of care was longer in a hospice facility than in any other setting.

CMS, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) and the Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) have launched an intense review of hospice utilization of GIP and its appropriateness. Participating in this in-depth exploration of the GIP level of care and applying all you learn to “real life” situations will help you and your organization prepare for the increased attention and high level of scrutiny on GIP. In addition, learn best practices in GIP care, including the hospice’s professional management and oversight responsibilities, level of care evaluation, discharge planning, billing and audit readiness.