First Coast has noticed an increase in errors on the CMS-1500 (02/12) claim form. This article addresses important instructions regarding completion of the paper claim form.
Correct coding requires the most specific code available describing a service to be reported. Not otherwise classified (NOC) codes must only be used when a more specific HCPCS or CPT code is not available. Review this article for proper use…
A claim must be submitted to Medicare no later than one year after the date of service to be considered filed timely. Claims returned to the provider have not been filed successfully.
There could be several reasons why your claim was denied or otherwise did not process successfully. Use these available resources to identify claims processing codes.