June 27 is National HIV Testing Day. Unless tested, patients may not know they have the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) until they get sick. Medicare will cover HIV screening annually for certain beneficiaries regardless of risk. Review this article for additional information.
Learn important information about preventive services and screenings, including the different types offered through Medicare, national and local coverage information, and billing requirements.
Learn how roster billing may be used when immunizations are offered for large groups of beneficiaries in Public Health Centers (PHCs), shopping malls, grocery stores, senior citizen homes, or health fairs.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) offers free online learning and other educational products that teach about the specifics of the preventive benefits.
Show your organization’s commitment to patient health and wellness by learning more about the National Health Observances (NHO) program, which raises awareness about important health topics and encourages the appropriate utilization of preventive services and screenings.
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