Myers and Stauffer LC

Wishing all our team members and clients a very happy Thanksgiving! We are grateful for your continued support and hard work. We hope you enjoy the holiday with those closest to you. #MyersandStauffer #HappyThanksgiving #Grateful #Teamwork

Millions of Americans quietly give their time, energy, and love to care for family members with disabilities or chronic conditions. From financial stress to physical and emotional strain, caregiving can be deeply rewarding yet incredibly challenging. This November, as we recognize National Family Caregivers Month, our latest blog, Navigating the Caregiving Challenge and the Road to Support, explores the complexity of family caregiving, the critical need for support systems, and how coordinated efforts are helping to create positive change. At Myers and Stauffer, we partner with states and agencies to provide programs and services that directly support caregivers, from self-directed Medicaid services to holistic care initiatives. Learn more and read our blog here: https://okt.to/YB3yKO #FamilyCaregivers #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth #Caregiving #SupportCaregivers #Medicaid #HealthcareInnovation

CMS has issued preliminary guidance that could reshape provider tax programs across the country. Sections 71115 and 71117 of the Working Families Tax Cuts Legislation introduce new hold-harmless thresholds, clarify what qualifies as “enacted and imposed,” and establish transition periods to close a provider tax loophole. As states prepare for upcoming rulemaking and potential fiscal impacts, understanding these changes early is essential. Our subject matter experts outline the implications, risks, and strategic considerations states should prioritize now. Explore what these updates mean for your Medicaid program and how to prepare. Read the full client alert on our website: https://okt.to/TKeqYH #Medicaid #CMS #ProviderTax #MedicaidPolicy #StateMedicaidAgencies #ClientAlert #MyersAndStauffer

New prior authorization requirements are on the horizon for Medicaid and CHIP managed care plans. Our latest update outlines what’s changing in 2026 and 2027, including shorter decision timeframes, clearer denial communications, and the introduction of a Prior Authorization API to streamline data exchange. At Myers and Stauffer, we help state agencies monitor, report, and stay compliant with these evolving requirements. Learn more, and stay ahead of compliance by visiting our website: https://okt.to/fZjCvE #Medicaid #ManagedCare #CMS #PriorAuthorization #HealthcareCompliance

Who’s really responsible when MCOs delegate oversight? In Part Eight of our Case for Program Integrity in Medicaid Managed Care series, we dive into the complex world of fraud, waste, and abuse oversight when responsibilities are delegated to subcontractors. As more services are subcontracted, oversight becomes harder, creating risks that can lead to avoidable overpayments, and unclear expectations that stall investigations. States can address these challenges through clear contracts, well-defined roles, ongoing monitoring, and consistent reporting. Explore the full insights and recommendations in Part Eight of our series: https://okt.to/rvYCZ7 #Medicaid #ManagedCare #ProgramIntegrity #FraudPrevention #HealthcareCompliance #GovernmentPrograms

Next week, Myers and Stauffer LC is attending the National Health Care Anti-Fraud Association (NHCAA) Conference! Stop by our booth #510 to meet the our team Melissa Parks, CFE AHFI, Kevin Jenkins, CFE, Andy Ranck, Jenna Hall, CPA, CFE, and Matthew Smith, CFE and learn how we can support your health program goals. Visit the conference website for more information: https://okt.to/kcNYyl #NHCAA2024 #HealthcareFraudPrevention #ProgramIntegrity #MyersAndStauffer

Join Myers and Stauffer as a Staff Auditor/Accountant in Frankfort, KY! Help drive audits and financial reviews for state and federal health care programs while growing your career with a firm that values professional development and work-life balance. Apply now and become part of a team that makes a difference: https://okt.to/par9jY #NowHiring #ApplyNow #MyersandStauffer

We hope to see you next week at the National Association of Medicaid Directors (NAMD) Conference in National Harbor, Maryland from November 18–21. We're proud to be part of the discussions shaping the future of Medicaid and working toward solutions that benefit communities nationwide. Stop by our booth 228 to share insights and connect. Be sure to visit the conference page for the agenda, sessions, and more information: https://okt.to/q3ThN5 #Medicaid #ProgramIntegrity #PublicHealth #HealthcareOversight #HealthPolicy #MyersandStauffer

Connecting with future accounting leaders at Indiana University Bloomington was both exciting and rewarding! At the Careers with Accounting Major event, Myers and Stauffer had the opportunity to speak with students, share insights about our internship program, and highlight benefits such as CPA support, mentorship opportunities, and career development guidance. Explore our internships page to learn more about our program: https://okt.to/FjTISp #IndianaUniversityBloomington #Accounting #Internships #Opportunities #CampusEvent #MyersandStauffer

Accurate, high-quality data is the foundation of effective Program Integrity. In our latest installment of our Case for Program Integrity in Managed Care blog series, we share a real-world case study illustrating how inaccurate encounter data can affect managed care claim audits — and how those challenges can be resolved. Discover our approach to data validation, coordination with MCOs, and lessons learned for improving audit accuracy and efficiency. Read Part Seven of our series here: https://okt.to/wsSOCr #Medicaid #ManagedCare #ProgramIntegrity #EncounterData #HealthData #DataValidation