October 12, 2021
Phase 4 and ARP Rural Payment Application
We are two weeks away from the deadline to submit your Phase 4 and ARP Rural Payment Application. These applications are due on October 26. If you haven’t started the […]
Read MoreAuthor: Mattie Doran
October 8, 2021
Kentucky Medicaid Managed Care Organizations Changes
Pursuant to KRS 205.640 and managed care contracts, Kentucky Medicaid Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) are required to provide a Paid Claims Listings (PCLs) to all in-state hospitals. The department and […]
Read MoreOctober 7, 2021
The Income Approach in a Post-COVID-19 World
By Brandon Nowling, CPA, CVA, Senior Accountant COVID-19 has created much uncertainty for business owners who are considering buying or selling a business during these troubling economic times. Many owners […]
Read MoreOctober 4, 2021
ARP Rural Payment: PRF Weekly Update
Last week HRSA opened the application portal for the PRF Phase 4 distributions and the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Rural payments available to providers across the country. The biggest news […]
Read MoreSeptember 29, 2021
Volume Decrease Adjustment: What You Need to Know
The Volume Decrease Adjustment (VDA) is a lump sum payment available to Sole Community Hospitals (SCH) or Medicare Dependent Hospitals (MDH) who have experienced more than a 5% decrease in […]
Read MoreSeptember 27, 2021
PRF Update: Phase 4 and ARP Additional Funds Webinar
As we approach the September 30th deadline to submit PRF reporting documents, join Blue & Co. advisors on Friday, October 1st at 12 p.m. EST for a webinar covering recent […]
Read MoreSeptember 13, 2021
Phase 4 of PRF Funding
Friday afternoon HRSA announced Phase 4 of PRF funding and the $8.5B of American Rescue Plan (ARP) payments as well as the outline of how those payments will be administered. […]
Read MoreSeptember 9, 2021
Referral Development within Outpatient Physical and Occupational Therapy
When looking at your Outpatient Physical and Occupational Therapy departments, have you noticed a decrease in the volume of outpatient services? At Blue & Co. we often find that many […]
Read MoreAugust 9, 2021
Final Rule FY 2022 for Skilled Nursing Facilities
Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Prospective Payment System (PPS) Final Rule (CMS-1746-F) was released on July 29, 2021 by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). […]
Read MoreAugust 2, 2021
Outpatient Therapy Charge Capture Opportunities
Outpatient Physical and Occupational Therapy are both paid either on a fee schedule or as a percent of charges. This means that if you are missing charges, you are missing […]
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January 07, 2025
By Christina Cruea, CPA, Senior Accountant at Blue & Co. Not-for-profit organizations often rely on sponsorships to provide essential funding, expand resources, and increase community engagement. Organizations should be aware […]
January 07, 2025
CARMEL, Ind. (January 7, 2025) – – Blue & Co., LLC is proud to announce the 2025 director promotion of Matt Howard, effective January 1, 2025. Matt Howard, CPA/ABV, CVA, is […]
January 07, 2025
On November 19, 2024, Senators Charles Grassley and Elizabeth Warren submitted this linked letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) urging the agency to increase its oversight of nonprofit hospitals […]
Happy Holidays from all of us at Blue & Co.! ❄️☃️![]()
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As we close out the year, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our clients, colleagues, and communities who have made 2024 so special. Your trust and partnership inspire us every day, and we’re proud to be part of your success story.![]()
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Here’s to a season of joy and a new year full of exciting opportunities and continued success! 💙
Monday night, in celebration of Stokes & Housel turning Blue, we invited employees, clients, and community members in Bedford, IN, to attend a Blue & Co. open house at Bedford's historic Downtown Depot.![]()
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It was a night full of great food, fun giveaways, and buzzing conversation. We are thankful for everyone who attended and look forward to continuing to strengthen our relationships in Bedford.![]()
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