Remove Licensing Remove Medical Billing Services Remove Nurses
article thumbnail

Medicare Counseling Coverage Explained

Medisys Compliance

Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs): Licensed to provide mental health services, including psychotherapy and counseling. Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs) & Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs): These professionals are increasingly recognized by Medicare. Always refer to the latest CMS updates.

article thumbnail

Billing Behavioral Health Services: A Comprehensive Guide

Medisys Compliance

The following professionals are generally authorized to bill for behavioral health services: Psychiatrists: Medical doctors specializing in mental health, capable of diagnosing and treating psychiatric disorders, prescribing medications, and providing psychotherapy.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Billing Guidelines for Medicare Home Infusion Therapy (HIT)

Medisys Compliance

Likewise, nursing services are necessary to train and educate the patient and caregivers on the safe administration of infusion drugs in the home. Billing Codes for Home Infusion Therapy. In case any assistance needed for Medicare medical billing services, contact us at info@medisysdata.com/ 302-261-9187.

article thumbnail

Revised Updates for Renal Dialysis Billing

Medisys Compliance

Support services may include: Visits by trained hospital or dialysis facility workers to check on the patient’s self-dialysis, to help in emergencies when needed, and to check dialysis equipment and water supply; Monitoring access and related declotting or referring the patient; or.

article thumbnail

Direct Billing by MFTs and MHCs: A Comprehensive Guide for Year 2024

Medisys Compliance

Eligibility and Covered Services To directly bill Medicare, you must meet specific eligibility criteria. Additionally, you must be actively licensed or certified within your state. You need to possess a master’s or doctorate degree qualifying for licensure or certification as an MFT or MHC in your state.

article thumbnail

Billing for Medicare Annual Wellness Visit (AWV)

Medisys Compliance

Qualified Non-Physician Practitioner (NPP) (a Physician Assistant [PA], Nurse Practitioner [NP], or Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist [CCNS]). Medicare Part B covers an AWV if performed by a: Physician (a Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy).

article thumbnail

List of Documents for Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs)

Medisys Compliance

Nurses’ notes. Documentation of the name of the licensed independent practitioner responsible for the discharge. A nursing note documenting post-operative abnormalities or complications, vital signs, and general condition of the patient. Informed consent. Documentation of vital signs, assessments, and other findings.