decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2007 Issue 9 (September)
Hospice care may hold more payments than you think
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Article Overview
This article discusses Medicare hospice payment basics and the billing roles of attending, consulting, and hospice-employed physicians. It is aimed at physicians, billers, coders, hospice staff, and practice managers who need a clearer view of how hospice election affects payment responsibility, claim handling, and coordination between Medicare Part A and Part B. The article also touches on CMS oversight trends, hospice participation changes, and broader care patterns in hospice populations.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding hospice payment boundaries helps prevent rejected claims, billing confusion, and missed reimbursement opportunities while supporting smoother coordination between physicians and hospice organizations.
What You Will Learn
- How Medicare payment responsibilities change when a patient elects hospice
- The general roles of attending and consulting physicians in hospice billing
- How hospice organization payment structure interacts with physician services
- Why CMS scrutiny and hospice participation trends matter for providers
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Medical coders
- Medical billers
- Hospice administrators
- Practice managers
- Revenue cycle staff
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