Hospitals are ever increasingly establishing provider-based clinics of all types. While hospitals can enjoy increased revenues from provider-based clinics, compliance with all the rules and regulations is challenging. The provider-based rule (PBR) is complex and there are definite ambiguities. Recent changes in the supervisory requirements for provider-based operations have created confusion and new compliance challenges. Additionally, with Section 603 of the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015, there is movement to change the rules and regulations relative to reimbursement for provider-based clinics.

During this workshop, Dr. Abbey will describe the overall purpose and function of the provider-based rule and address critical information concerning physician supervisory changes, as well as discuss the future of provider-based clinics.