According to CMS, the Timing and Content for Certification Are

question 19

Multiple Choice

According to CMS, the timing and content for certification are for the first 90 days of hospice coverage. The hospice must obtain, no earlier than _____ days prior to care and no later than _____ calendar days after hospice is initiated, oral or written certification of the terminal illness by the medical director of the hospice or the physician member of the hospice organization.

• A) 30, 10
• B) 15, 2
• C) 10, 10
• D) 60, 15

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Human Resources Framework

A structure or system within an organization dedicated to managing employee relations, development, policies, and welfare.

Informal Role

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