Swing Bed Notices A recent regulatory addition pertaining to the review process is the Benefit Improvement and Protection Act (BIPA). This law permits Medicare beneficiary to request an appeal of non-coverage of service notices issued by hospices, home health agencies and nursing homes. Details on this new law, including sample non-coverage notices and protocols, can be found on the BIPA link. Click here for a Text Only Version of the site © 2008 South Dakota Foundation for Medical Care, All Rights Reserved