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Medicare Guidelines on Mental Health Billing

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Navigating through the complex medicare guidelines can be a complex and overwhelming task, however, here is the good news, the entire process is merely about using the right CPT codes. However, one needs to be careful while billing as Medicare follows strict rules and regulations for time increments.

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Revised Medicare Guidelines for Lung Cancer Screening Using LDCT

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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced a shift in its eligibility criteria for coverage of lung cancer screening using low-dose CT (LDCT), with implementation date of October 3 rd , 2022. If you need any assistance in billing for Medicare, contact us at info@medisysdata.com/ 302-261-9187.

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Medicare Fee Schedule Changes in 2023

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The internet is ringing with the news of the CMS Updates Final rule for the 2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. The finalized 2023 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule was announced by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on November 1 2022. Medicare reimbursement for telehealth services. Principles of PFS.

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Navigating Medicare Podiatry Billing Guidelines

Medisys Compliance

Medicare covers certain podiatry services, but billing for them requires strict adherence to guidelines to ensure compliance and maximize reimbursement. What Does Medicare Cover for Podiatry Services? Routine Foot Care Exceptions: Medicare covers routine foot care (e.g., nontraumatic amputation of a foot).

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Comprehensive Guide to SNF Medicare Part B Billing

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Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Medicare Part B billing is a specialized area of medical billing that requires detailed knowledge of Medicare guidelines, consolidated billing rules, and exclusions. These include physician visits, certain therapies, diagnostic tests, and durable medical equipment (DME).

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Avoiding Billing Mistakes for Medicare

Medisys Compliance

Introduction Understanding the details of Medicare coding and claims submission can be daunting for anyone. While accurate billing ensures fair reimbursement and uninterrupted patient care, billing mistakes can have significant consequences, leading to financial losses, claim denials, and even penalties.

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Recent Changes in Medicare Billing for Internal Medicine in 2024

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Introduction As an internal medicine practitioner, staying updated with the latest Medicare billing changes is crucial for maximizing reimbursements and ensuring compliance. In 2024, several significant updates have been introduced that directly impact the billing processes for internal medicine.