In this episode of AHCC Talk, we break down what Medicare expects when it comes to medical necessity at recertification — and where agencies most often fall short.

Host Jan Milliman, HCS-D is joined by Lisa McClammy, BSN, RN, COS-C, HCS-D, HCS-O, Senior Clinical Education Consultant at MAC Legacy, to discuss:

• What documentation must show to justify continued skilled care
• Key elements that support recertification and homebound status
• Common documentation gaps that put agencies at risk
• Practical examples of when skilled services are — and are not — reasonable and necessary
• How progress to goals, functional status, and risk factors support compliance

This episode also features a Scenario Spotlight focused on OASIS M1033.1 - History of Falls, helping listeners apply guidance to real-world documentation decisions.

Links Mentioned in the Episode

🔗 AHCC certification study guides: decisionhealth.com/studyguides

🔗 If you're an AHCC member, register for the AHCC Member's Call on January 28 at 1pm EST: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8915984221266150240

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⬇️ Downloadable slides from this discussion: https://ahcc.decisionhealth.com/ahcc-talk-episode-86-medical-necessity-at-recert/

📧Have a question, episode request, or suggestionsfor a future panel guest? Email Jan at [email protected]