Answer_Book / Telemedicine / Originating_site_facility_fee_payment_method

Why This Topic Matters

Understanding originating site fee payment methodology helps organizations recognize when telehealth facility billing is handled separately from other payment systems and which facility settings are addressed in the policy. It is especially useful for providers and billing teams working with Medicare telemedicine claims.

Article Sections

1. Originating site and annual facility fee update

   Introduces the originating site concept and describes the annual update framework for the facility fee under Medicare policy. It also references the source guidance used for the policy update.

2. Facility-specific payment methods

   Summarizes how the originating site facility fee is handled across several healthcare settings. The section addresses payment treatment for hospitals, health centers, clinics, dialysis centers, skilled nursing facilities, and community mental health centers.