IPF Reports and Educational Resources

This webpage provides educational resources for the Inpatient Psychiatric Facilities (IPF) provider community.

Analysis of the IPF PPS Payment Model

Working in collaboration with a contractor, CMS has undertaken analysis of more recent IPF cost and claim information. The results of this latest analysis are summarized in a technical report. (PDF)

CMS Manual References

• Medicare Benefit Policy Manual: Chapter 2 - Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Services (PDF)
• Medicare Benefit Policy Manual: Chapter 4 - Inpatient Psychiatric Benefit Days Reduction and Lifetime Limitation (PDF)
• Medicare Claims Processing Manual: Chapter 3 - Inpatient Hospital Billing (PDF)