decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2014 Issue 11 (November)
Expect laboratories to provide detailed information about drug code changes
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Article Overview
This short article is aimed at practices that send specimens to outside laboratories and need to stay ahead of drug screening code changes. It discusses the importance of communicating with lab partners, watching for updated order forms and informational notices, and being alert to billing disruptions that can result when outdated codes are used. The piece is relevant to front-office, billing, and coding staff who rely on outside lab testing workflows.
Why This Topic Matters
When labs and practices are not aligned on updated drug screening codes, claims may deny and patients may be caught in the middle. The article highlights the operational importance of confirming that outside laboratories have implemented changes and provided current ordering materials.
What You Will Learn
- Why communication with outside laboratories matters when drug screening codes change
- What operational steps practices should watch for during a code transition
- How outdated laboratory coding can affect claims and patient billing
- Why updated order forms and lab notices are important for ongoing workflow
Who Should Read This
- Medical practice administrators
- Billing staff
- Coding staff
- Clinical office managers
- Laboratory liaison staff
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