Check out these 4 tips for Medicare billing when the doctor's away

Article Overview

This article explains Medicare billing topics related to locum tenens coverage during a physician’s absence. It is aimed at billing managers, compliance staff, and practice administrators who need to understand documentation, carrier timing limits, and when temporary physician coverage falls under locum tenens billing versus other enrollment approaches. The discussion references CMS guidance and Medicare carrier manual language, with emphasis on operational recordkeeping and coverage setup.