Abstract: | This notice provides the updated adjusted standardized amounts, DRG relative weights, outlier thresholds, and beneficiary cost-share per diem rates to be used for FY98 under the TRICARE/CHAMPUS DRG-based payment system. It also describes the changes made to the TRICARE/ CHAMPUS DRG-based payment system in order to conform to changes made to the Medicare Prospective Payment System (PPS). |