Extension Site Approval Under Medicare - Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities - Illinois

Extension Site Approval Under Medicare - Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities is a legal document that was released by the Illinois Department of Public Health - a government authority operating within Illinois.

FAQ

Q: What is Extension Site Approval under Medicare?
A: Extension Site Approval under Medicare allows healthcare facilities to establish additional locations to provide comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation services.

Q: What are Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities (CORFs)?
A: Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities (CORFs) are healthcare facilities that offer integrated rehabilitation services to patients on an outpatient basis.

Q: Why is Extension Site Approval necessary?
A: Extension Site Approval is necessary to ensure that CORFs in Illinois can expand their services and reach more patients in different locations.

Q: How does Extension Site Approval benefit patients?
A: Extension Site Approval allows patients to access comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation services closer to their homes, reducing the need for travel and improving convenience.

Q: Who is eligible for Extension Site Approval under Medicare?
A: CORFs in Illinois are eligible for Extension Site Approval under Medicare if they meet certain requirements and demonstrate the need for additional locations.

Q: Does Extension Site Approval affect Medicare coverage?
A: No, Extension Site Approval does not affect Medicare coverage. It simply allows CORFs to establish additional locations to provide services.