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Nursing Facilities – Reimbursement Methodology LAC 50:VII.Chapter 200
Amends the provisions governing reimbursement for Nursing Facilities to revise the language and to replace resource utilization group resident classification system with the patient driven payment model (PDPM). The PDPM shifts the focus from therapy-based payments to a more patient-centered approach that takes into account the individual needs and conditions of residents. This action is being taken to comply with federal requirements.