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The Social Security Administration is hosting an upcoming National Disability Forum called “COVID-19 and SSA Programs: Serving Our Beneficiaries Through Unprecedented Times.” During this virtual event, advocates will share best practices for adapting service models to meet the demands of the pandemic. Speakers from government agencies will also discuss how they have modified policies and procedures during the pandemic.

This forum will take place on Tuesday, September 22, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm ET. Attendees must register by September 18. Use this link to learn more.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced that they will be releasing a new inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF) Pricer software package prior to October 1, 2020. This new software package will contain updated rates that are effective for IRF claims with discharges that fall within October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021. This Pricer software is used by providers and Medicare contractors to determine payment under the IRF prospective payment system (PPS).