Changes on the way in reporting non-covered services

Why This Topic Matters

The article helps readers understand a Medicare reporting update that affects how certain services are identified on claims and what supporting claim information may be needed. It is useful for practices that submit claims for services expected to be denied or routed to secondary payers.

Article Sections

1. Reporting changes for non-covered services

   Introduces the Medicare reporting update and the broader shift in how certain non-covered services are identified on claims. It frames the article around claim submission and administrative handling changes.

2. New modifiers for denied or non-covered services

   Summarizes the new modifier changes and the situations described for using them. It also discusses accompanying claim documentation and the related Medicare form guidance.

3. New HCPCS codes for non-covered services

   Reviews the replacement of older reporting codes with new HCPCS codes for non-covered services. It explains the general reporting context and form documentation expectations.