SEC Proposes Amendments to the Customer Protection Rule
The SEC proposed amendments to Rule 15c3-3, the Customer Protection Rule on July 12, 2023. Learn what this could mean for your organization.
View ArticleCalifornia Senate Passes Bill Requiring Climate Disclosures of Big Corporations
Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act passed California senate, aiming to make big corporations accountable for greenhouse gas emissions.
View ArticleFCC Releases Enhanced A-CAM Order
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) order for voluntary Enhanced Alternative Connect America Cost Model (A-CAM) support program.
View ArticleEnhanced A-CAM Program Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Notice of Inquiry
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) seeks comments on Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) and the Notice of Inquiry (NOI).
View ArticleCMS Reviewing for Duplicate Intern and Resident Full-Time Equivalents
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) will review Intern and Resident Information System (IRIS) files for overlaps. Learn more about the process.
View ArticleSEC Adopts Final Rules to Standardize Cybersecurity Disclosures
The final rules standardize cybersecurity disclosures and add a reporting requirement for cybersecurity incidents on Form 8-K.
View ArticleCMS Announces New Payment Model for Dementia Care Management
A new Medicare model will provide payments for coordinated dementia care management and numerous benefits to dementia patients and their unpaid caregivers.
View ArticleCMS Section 1115 Waiver Final Rule Impacts Medicare DSH Calculations
Section 1115 waiver final rule carries a reduction in allowable Medicaid days that could have severe implications for hospital finances.
View ArticleCalifornia SNFs: Proposed State Reporting for 2023
New Bill 650 will require additional transparency from skilled nursing facilities and more detailed financial reporting with CPA oversight.
View Article$980 Million in Grants Available in Second Round of Tribal Broadband Funding
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration is doing a second round of funding of connectivity for Tribes and Tribal lands.
View ArticleNew Guidance on Section 174 Research and Experimental Expenditures
Notice 2023-63 announced intentions to issue proposed regulations to IRC Sections 174, 460, and 482. Learn what this could mean for your business.
View ArticleCMS Updates Hospice Payment Rates for 2024 Fiscal Year
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released a finalized rule that is estimated to increase payments by $780 million in fiscal year 2024.
View ArticleSEC Enhances the Regulation of Private Fund Advisers
As private funds investment grows, new SEC rules restrict adviser activity contrary to public interest and protect investors.
View ArticleCMS Final Rule Issued for Skilled Nursing Facilities for FY 2024
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule updating skilled nursing facility (SNF) payments and adopted other measures. Learn more.
View Article$374.9 Million to Enhance State, Local, and Tribal Cybersecurity Funding
Enhanced funding to the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) is meant to help improve protection from increasing cybersecurity threats.
View ArticleThe SEC Proposes New Rule to Safeguard Client Assets
The SEC proposed a new rule under the Investment Advisers Act to address how registered investment advisers safeguard client assets. Learn more.
View ArticleThe FASB Proposes Expanding Income Statement Expenses Disclosures
Proposed Accounting Standards Update (ASU) would require public business entities to give detailed disclosures of specified expense categories.
View ArticleFinal Guidance from the FDA for Cybersecurity in Medical Devices
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released new guidance outlining cybersecurity considerations related to medical software product development.
View ArticleQ3 Market Review and Outlook: Declining Inflation Eases Recession Fears
In Q3 of 2023, economic data pointing to a stronger economy quells concerns about a possible recession.
View ArticleSEC Adopts Changes to Fund Names Rule
Amendments to the SEC Names Rule will require funds to be named in clear terms, which was previously only required of registered investment companies.
View ArticleOMB Proposes Revisions to Uniform Guidance
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) seeks comments on proposed revisions that aim to clarify certain requirements and terminology. Learn more.
View ArticleFinal Rules for Colleges and Consumer Protection for Students Released
Explore final regulations to enhance accountability for higher education institutions and strengthen consumer protections for student borrowers.
View Article2024 OPPS Final Rule Includes New Price Transparency Rules
CMS is looking to expedite enforcement and support large-scale data aggregation with new health care pricing transparency rules. Learn more.
View ArticleCMS’s GUIDE Model Portal is Open, Applications Due January 30, 2024
This program from CMS aims to foster improvement in dementia care in the United States. Apply by January 20, 2024.
View ArticleThe FASB Issues Amendments to Improve Reportable Segment Disclosures
The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) amended segment reporting disclosure requirements. Learn details and how this could affect you.
View ArticleFASB Provides Measurement Guidance for a Joint Venture Upon Formation
The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued ASU 2023-05 requiring a joint venture to apply a new basis of accounting upon formation.
View ArticleNew California Health Care Worker Minimum Wage Requirements in 2024
California Senate Bill 525 creates a new minimum wage standard for California health care workers to phase upward to $25 per hour, beginning in 2024.
View Article2024 Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule Impacts Medicare Shared Savings Program
Keep your organization up to date by learning how the 2024 Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule impacts the Medicare Shared Savings Program.
View ArticleQ4 2023 Market Review and 2024 Outlook: Market Rally Sparked by Fed Pivot
After a 2023 year-end rally, labor market strength and consumer resilience provide a good backdrop to start 2024 off strong. Learn more.
View ArticleFASB Issues Standard to Enhance Transparency of Income Tax Disclosures
Accounting standards update (ASU) expands income tax rate reconciliation disclosure and income taxes paid information for more transparent income tax disclosures.
View ArticleNew CMS Model to Reward Behavioral Health Integration with Primary Care
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the Innovation in Behavioral Health (IBH) Model. Learn more.
View ArticleGASB Issues Guidance Requiring Governments to Disclose Certain Risks
GASB Statement 102 requires state and local governments to disclose risks related to certain concentrations or constraints. Learn more.
View ArticleAccounting Standard Update on Accounting and Disclosure of Crypto Assets
An accounting standard update (ASU) aims to better inform investors through amendments to measurement and reporting requirements for certain crypto assets.
View ArticleNew Mexico Medicaid Primary Care Payment Reform Begins July 1
The New Mexico Primary Care Payment Reform Initiative is geared towards enhancing the efficiency and quality of health care delivery. Learn more.
View ArticleCMS Final Rule for 2024 OPPS and ASC Payment System Update
CMS finalized Medicare payment rates that affect the outpatient prospective payment system (OPPS) and ambulatory surgical center (ASC) services for 2024.
View ArticleForm PF Changes Could Impact Reporting for Investment Advisers to Private Funds
Amendments to Form PF could change reporting requirements for investment advisers to private funds. Learn what this means for you.
View ArticleTransmittal 12513 Affects Treatment of Medicare Part C Days in DSH Calculation
Transmittal 12513 affects the treatment of Medicare Part C days in Medicare disproportionate share hospital adjustment calculations. Learn more.
View ArticleNew Reporting Requirements for California SNFs Designed to Boost Transparency
New Bill 650 will require additional transparency from skilled nursing facilities and more detailed financial reporting with CPA involvement.
View ArticleMedicare Shared Savings Program Application Timeline for 2025 Announced
Learn important application deadlines and details of the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) to start your value-based care journey.
View ArticleCMS to Provide Incentive Payments to ACOs and Primary Care Providers in 2025
The ACO Primary Care Flex Model will provide primary care practices advanced shared savings and monthly prospective primary care payments. Learn more.
View ArticleHospitals Should Evaluate How CMS Ruling 1498-R3 Affects Medicare SSI...
The new ruling from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services changes how the SSI percentage is calculated.
View ArticleNew FASB Guidance for Profits Interest Awards
Learn how the amendments in Accounting Standards Update 2024-01 clarify the scope issue for profits interest awards
View ArticleCMS AHEAD Model to Introduce Hospital Global Budgets in Eight States
By providing hospitals with a global budget and enhanced payments, the model will empower eight states to invest in their primary care infrastructure.
View ArticleFASB Removes References to Concepts Statements
The FASB removed references to Concepts Statements to differentiate between authoritative and nonauthoritative literature. Learn more.
View ArticleCMS Publishes 2022 Supplemental Security Income Ratios
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services released the latest SSI percentages for fiscal year 2022.
View ArticleWashington Supreme Court Ruling Impacts Telecommunication Reimbursements
A recent Washington Supreme Court ruling protects government-funded programs from state taxation, impacting telecommunications and other related industries.
View ArticleFASB Proposes Changes to Provide Clarity on Accounting for Induced Conversions
The FASB proposed guidance to provide clarity on when to apply induced conversion accounting versus extinguishment accounting.
View ArticleOMB Issued Revisions to Uniform Guidance to Simplify Grant Management Process
Revised uniform guidance aims to simplify federal grants by reducing complexity, increasing thresholds, supporting businesses, and more. Learn details.
View ArticleGrant Funding Available to California Reproductive Health Services Providers
Grant funding to support healthcare facilities and practitioners offering reproductive health services in California continues in 2024.
View ArticleEconomic Update for Q1 2024: Stocks Surge as Progress on Inflation Stalls
Explore Q1 2024 market wins and challenges, as well as forecasting for the rest of the year and opportunities for investors. Learn more.
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