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Oct 10, 2025

5 min

How is snf calculated? Understanding the Patient-Driven Payment Model

Since 2019, Medicare has used the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) to determine Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) rates, fundamentally changing how SNF is calculated. This authoritative guide breaks down the complex factors behind the daily payment rate, shifting focus from volume-based care to individualized patient needs.

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Oct 4, 2025

3 min

What's the reimbursement system for SNFs? A guide to PDPM and payment

Since 2019, the Medicare reimbursement system for Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) has fundamentally shifted from a volume-based model to one centered on individual patient needs. This change, known as the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM), aims to improve payment accuracy and tailor compensation to the complexity of a resident's care, not just the quantity of services provided.

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