decisionhealth Newsletters, Answer Books - 2008 Issue 7 (July)
Answer_Book / Substitute_Physicians / Locum Tenens billing in a group practice
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Article Overview
This article covers substitute physician billing in a group practice, with emphasis on locum tenens arrangements and how claims are handled when a temporary physician is used. It is relevant to medical billing staff, coders, and practice administrators who need a high-level understanding of locum tenens billing workflow and related claim-entry considerations.
Why This Topic Matters
Locum tenens coverage can affect how a group practice submits claims and identifies the billing physician, so understanding the article helps reduce claim submission errors and supports correct administrative handling of temporary coverage arrangements.
What You Will Learn
- How substitute physician billing is addressed in a group practice setting
- What general claim-handling considerations are mentioned for locum tenens coverage
- How temporary physician coverage is described in relation to a practice search for a permanent replacement
- What billing staff should review when a locum physician is involved in claim submission
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Medical billers
- Practice managers
- Billing compliance staff
- Physician office administrators
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