RAP Submission Effective Jan 2021

Dec 22, 2020

The RAP submission timeline effective Jan 1st 2021 is 5 calendar days from the SOC.  The RAP submission requirements such as completed OASIS, Physician orders , Plan of care have to be met.  If the requirements along with the timelines are not met, it might lead to penalties cash flow issues , Compliance risk and Productivity concerns.

The first penalty on failure to submit a RAP timely would be equivalent to 17% of the episodic payment and in case of a LUPA the visits conducted prior to the submission of the RAP will not be reimbursed.

Such major changes call in for immediate  work flow enhancements that involve resources and technology to be able to cater to the need of the hour.  By teaming up with Clarus you can:

Monitor the RAP countdown.

  • Meet the submission guidelines for the RAP

  • LUPAs related to RAPs can be managed.

  • Maximize the work flow efficiencies

  • Guarantee the availability to Physician orders.

  • Report Valid HIPPS code on the RAP.

The national average for submitting RAPs has been 12 days from the SOC. Operational excellence with robust technology enables you meet the 5 calendar day deadline. Gear up by joining hand with us.

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