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016.06.8-1-7. Desk Reviews.

AR ADC 016.06.8-1-7Arkansas Administrative Code

West's Arkansas Administrative Code
Title 016. Department of Human Services
Division 06. Division of Medical Services
Rule 8. Medical Assistance Program Manual of Cost Reimbursement Rules for Long Term Care Facilities
Chapter 1. Principles and Procedures
Ark. Admin. Code 016.06.8-1-7
016.06.8-1-7. Desk Reviews.
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The Department will review all cost reports to verify that all facilities have submitted reports properly and in compliance with this manual. Providers will be notified in writing of the results of the desk review.
A provider's cost report can be adjusted for any errors or unallowable costs identified on a provider's cost report after the initial desk review has been completed up to the last day of the rate year for which rates are based on the adjusted cost report.
Financial and Statistical Reports, financial records, statistical records, and any other pertinent documents will be analyzed to verify that:
A. Cost reports are complete, accurate, and consistent with previous periods and in compliance with program policy.
B. The allowable costs are necessary, allocable, and reasonable for the performance of covered services required by Medicaid recipients.
C. The costs are authorized and are not prohibited under Federal and State laws and regulations.
D. The costs are accorded consistent treatment through the application of accounting principles and practices appropriate to the circumstances.
E. The costs are related to resident care.
F. The costs and statistics included in the Financial and Statistical Report are accurate and applicable to the current period.
G. The costs are net of all applicable credits.
Current with amendments received through February 15, 2024. Some sections may be more current, see credit for details.
Ark. Admin. Code 016.06.8-1-7, AR ADC 016.06.8-1-7
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