What is considered a SNF?

What is considered a SNF?

Skilled nursing facility (SNF) care is post-hospital care provided at a SNF. Skilled nursing care includes services such as administration of medications, tube feedings, and wound care. And, you need skilled nursing care seven days per week or skilled therapy services at least five days per week.

How does SNF billing work?

An SNF is responsible for the charges incurred by the technical aspect of a service, while the provider bills Medicare directly for the professional aspect. The provider then bills the SNF for the technical expense out of its per diem rate received from Medicare Part A.

How long do patients stay in SNF?

Medicare covers up to 100 days of SNF care per spell of illness after a medically necessary inpatient hospital stay of at least 3 days. 2 For beneficiaries who qualify for a covered stay, Medicare pays 100 percent of the payment for the first 20 days of the spell of illness.

Does Medicare cover transportation from hospital to skilled nursing facility?

Medicare will cover ambulance transportation to a hospital or skilled nursing facility. Medicare will only pay for an ambulance to take you to the nearest medical facility that's able to provide the care you need.