Each year, First Coast invites members of the provider community to join the provider outreach and education advisory group for their geographic area. This document lists the members of Part A and Part B advisory groups for providers in Flo…
This article provides guidance to avoid inappropriately billing Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries (QMBs) for Medicare cost-sharing, including deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments.
Medicare applies a MPPR to the payment of select therapy services. The reduction applies to HCPCS codes contained on the list of “always therapy” services, regardless of the type of provider or supplier furnishing the services. Find out the…
Physicians who certify patient eligibility for hospice services must enroll in Medicare or opt out effective for claims submitted on October 7, 2024 and after with dates of service June 3, 2024 or later.
The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and other federal agencies have emphasized the importance of voluntarily developed and implemented compliance plans. The OIG has supplied guidance as to the elements of a model compliance plan.
A repetitive service is defined as medically necessary ambulance transportation that is furnished three or more times during a 10-day period OR at least once per week for at least three weeks. Repetitive ambulance services are often needed…
The PWK (paperwork) segment of the X12N version 5010 allows for submission of supporting documentation with a version 5010 837 electronic claim. This article details the process for using this option.