decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2009 Issue 9 (September)
CMS, IRS will start to withhold reimbursements for non-tax levies
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Article Overview
This article discusses CMS and IRS-related withholding of Medicare reimbursements for tax and non-tax debt levies, including how providers may notice the adjustments on remittance advice and why practices should prepare for cash flow and accounting effects. It is aimed at physicians, practice managers, billers, and reimbursement staff who need a general understanding of levy-related payment disruptions, related federal programs, and the administrative implications for medical practices.
Why This Topic Matters
Payment withholding can reduce or stop expected Medicare cash inflow, affect provider compensation, and require careful accounting and internal communication. Understanding the general framework helps practices respond appropriately to remittance changes and avoid budget problems.
What You Will Learn
- How Medicare reimbursements may be subject to withholding for certain debt-related reasons
- How remittance advice may reflect payment adjustments related to levies
- Why these payment changes can affect practice cash flow and accounting
- What general practice management issues arise when a provider’s payments are reduced
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Practice managers
- Medical billers
- Coding and reimbursement staff
- Healthcare accountants
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