Implementation of Changes in the End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Prospective Payment System (PPS) and Payment for Dialysis Furnished for Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) in ESRD Facilities for Calendar Year (CY) 2021

The following information appeared on CMS.gov

While most of the 2021 ESRD PPS remains unchanged, there are updates that are effective back to January 1, 2021 with an implementation date of April 5, 2021. This includes new rates for Acute Kidney Injury (AKI).

The full MLN Matters can be reviewed at:

https://www.cms.gov/files/document/mm12188.pdf