How to bill if doctor knows he will be gone for more than 60 days

Article Overview

This premium article discusses Medicare billing concerns for practices that need a substitute physician during an extended absence. It covers locum tenens arrangements, the relevant Medicare billing context, carrier guidance, enrollment and credentialing considerations, and compliance issues that can arise when substitute coverage extends beyond the usual time limit. The article is aimed at coders, billers, practice managers, and compliance staff who need a general understanding of the policy landscape without missing important administrative or fraud-and-abuse implications.