decisionhealth Newsletters, Answer Books - 2009 Issue 3 (March)
Advisory Opinion Procedures / Stark Advisory Opinion Procedures / Stark Advisory Opinion Costs / Expert Opinions from Outside Sources
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Article Overview
This premium article covers a narrow part of CMS Stark advisory opinion procedures, specifically the use of expert opinions from outside sources and the associated cost process. It is relevant to compliance staff, legal and billing professionals, and others who work with Stark advisory opinion requests and want to understand the administrative steps CMS may take when additional expertise is needed.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding this CMS process helps readers recognize when an advisory opinion request may require outside review and how the related expense is handled as part of the request process.
What You Will Learn
- How CMS may involve outside experts in advisory opinion review
- What notice CMS provides when expert input is needed
- How the cost of outside expert advice is handled
- How the review proceeds after payment is received
Who Should Read This
- Compliance professionals
- Healthcare attorneys
- Medical practice administrators
- Revenue cycle professionals
- Physician practice managers
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