New PATHTalks on ARD: A Leadership Imperative for Accurate Reimbursement and Compliance

Selecting the Assessment Reference Date (ARD) for the Medicare 5-Day and Interim Payment Assessment (IPA) is one of the most consequential decisions in the MDS process. Yet, it is often treated as a routine task rather than a strategic one. In today’s complex reimbursement environment, ARD selection directly influences payment accuracy, compliance integrity, and an...