CMS

In a significant update, CMS has released the updated MDS 3.0 Quality Measures User's Manual v18.0 with errata for the Long-Stay Antipsychotic Medication Measure, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance quality care standards within Medicare. Simultaneously, policymakers, including Senators Merkley and Cassidy, are urging CMS to collaborate with Congress to address overcharging in Medicare Advantage plans, indicating rising tensions and scrutiny around cost management and transparency in these programs. These developments underscore the urgent need for ACOs and VBC stakeholders to adapt to evolving regulatory expectations while ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness in their care delivery models. For further details, refer to the [updated MDS 3.0 manual](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiogJBVV95cUxQc2QzbFBGZjdqUU1PaUtjcmZaN3lWWDhPLUdBMVpURHJkN3lCS3JlUU9iNUcxejRxOW1Bd1daUU5IR21MU3NmN3IwbF9mb2w3N0Fyd3RVeEJNSEo5WHhpaEhWejk3LXhXMExBSXdIUmNUYXNDdTVYSmVWV0VVOEE2UURCMmZfOFhobHZyMlBoZlpTR21UU3NBZG5KZ2E2T3pSMWh5eG