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…
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.
Duplicate claim denials continue to be one of the top billing errors. Duplicate submission of Medicare claims causes an increase in cost, valuable time, and resources for you, as well as First Coast.
First Coast has seen an increase in claims for drugs, hemophilia clotting factors, and skin substitutes that exceed the dollar amounts above $99,999.99. Effective for claims received on or after November 6, claims missing the required infor…