decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2012 Issue 11 (November)
CMS delays new place-of-service policy until 2013
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Article Overview
This article covers a CMS postponement of new place-of-service policy requirements and the general compliance context behind the change. It is relevant to physicians, billing staff, coders, and revenue cycle teams that track CMS guidance, place-of-service reporting, and related claims-processing updates. The article also references the CMS transmittal announcing the delay and discusses the broader issue of place-of-service accuracy in claims reporting.
Why This Topic Matters
The timing of CMS policy changes can affect claim submission workflows and preparation efforts for provider organizations. This article helps readers understand that the effective date was delayed and that the guidance is tied to place-of-service reporting practices and CMS enforcement priorities.
What You Will Learn
- Why CMS delayed the place-of-service policy change
- What general compliance issue prompted the policy update
- Which types of claims reporting topics are affected by the guidance
- How the article situates the change within CMS and OIG oversight
Who Should Read This
- Physician practices
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Revenue cycle professionals
- Compliance teams
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