Reimbursement
The new rule also requires hospitals to provide COVID-19 cases and related data to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Humana says it was billed millions of dollars for fraudulent prescription claims and members received unwanted expensive creams.
The flexibilities have been made available to "enhance payment" for nursing homes that have implemented COVID-19 infection-control practices.
At the heart of the legal battle is whether the ACA can stand without the tax mandate for individuals to have health insurance.
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a volatile environment, and there's a long road ahead to recovery.
The group said these actions are being taken at a time when hospitals are in the midst of a crucial pandemic response.
Virtual care is keeping revenue flowing in part by improving providers' ability to bill for these services.
Hospitals say revenue from the 340B program is essential, while others contend the original law is being abused.
Current numbers in Florida are higher than they were in April, adding to staffing and PPE-related expenses.
The guidance requires providers to document a positive COVID-19 test result in the medical record.