The 2016 OPPS proposed rule is likely to continue CMS' trend of expanded packaging and feature refinements and expansion of comprehensive APCs based on comments CMS has made in prior rules.
Taxonomy codes play a very important role in medical billing and credentialing for providers or group specialties.HIPAA-standard code sets specify a "standard" for transactions. In many cases, a taxonomy code is required to reimburse a claim; however, the reporting requirements for a taxonomy code may vary between insurance carriers and your third-party payers.
This week’s updates include July 2015 quarterly update to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Database and OIG reports regarding MAC audits. Click the link above to read more about this week’s updates.
This week’s updates include the July quarterly updates for DMEPOS and HCPCS drug/biological code changes. Click the link above to read more about this week’s updates.