decisionhealth Newsletters, Answer Books - 2008 Issue 7 (July)
Answer_Book / Substitute_Physicians / Keep track of your locum’s services
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Article Overview
This article explains the documentation considerations surrounding substitute physicians and locum coverage. It is aimed at practices and billing staff who need to maintain records that support claims involving locum services, including the identifiers and service records kept for review purposes. The guidance is presented as a practical reminder about recordkeeping and claim support rather than a full policy discussion.
Why This Topic Matters
Substitute physician arrangements can create documentation gaps if the practice does not retain clear records. This note helps readers understand why organized locum files matter for claim support and carrier review.
What You Will Learn
- Why substitute physician services require separate documentation
- What types of records practices should keep for locum coverage
- How recordkeeping supports claims review readiness
- Why maintaining service files matters for billing support
Who Should Read This
- Physician practices
- Billing staff
- Coding professionals
- Practice managers
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