How to bill doctor visits to assisted living facilities

Article Overview

This article explains how physician visits to assisted living facilities may be viewed for Medicare billing purposes. It discusses how the resident’s living arrangement, the facility’s setup, and the location of the encounter can affect whether the visit is considered in a home, outpatient, or more supervised residential setting. The content is intended for coders, billers, practice managers, and compliance staff who need a general framework for evaluating visit location and setting.