Cervical fusion with disc removal
Effective for dates of service July 1, 2021, and after, hospital outpatient department (HOPD) providers will need to obtain...
Submit prior authorization requests electronically
Are you using regular mail for submissions to First Coast? We have several electronic options that are easier and faster for you...
Vein ablation and related services
Vein ablation and related services; some patients may want varicose vein treatment for cosmetic reasons. Medicare does not cover...
Prior authorization program for certain hospital outpatient department services - claim submission guidelines
Claims submitted for a prior authorization request (PAR) that received a provisional affirmation PA decision, including any...
Prior authorization tips and reminders
The PA team has been receiving and processing prior authorization requests (PAR) for certain hospital OPD services. View the...
Blepharoplasty, eyelid surgery, brow lift, and related services
Blepharoplasty, blepharoptosis repair and brow lift are surgeries that may be performed to improve function or provided strictly...
Prior authorization (PA) program for certain hospital outpatient department (OPD) services - submitting the prior authorization request (PAR)
This article has been revised to include instructions for completing the PAR, the PAR review and decision process, guidance on...
Helpful links
Here is a list of billing links to help increase billing accuracy as well as links to other Medicare program-related resources.
Troubleshooting email attachments using SecureZIP
Verify with the sender that you have the correct passphrase/password to open the email attachment or file. Use this information...