The U.S. healthcare system is and will continue to be dependent on clinical codes and is thus equally dependent on accurate and complete clinical documentation.
UK HealthCare’s Chief Compliance Officer R. Brett Short knew he was in for a rough day as soon as he saw the email from his organization’s privacy officer.
In this week’s note, we will take a closer look at RUN transmittal R2845CP and related MLN Matters Article MM8572. Click the link above for more information and an in-depth analysis.
Last week, CMS released MLN Matters article MM8572 with billing instructions for laboratory services paid under either OPPS or the Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule (CLFS). Prior to this guidance, I had received several questions from clients and past students regarding rural sole community hospital (SCH) add-on payments for lab services. Click the link above for more information and an in-depth analysis.
