decisionhealth Newsletters, Answer Books - 2009 Issue 2 (February)
Outpatient Hospital Services / Stark Exception - Academic Medical Center
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Article Overview
This short article explains a Stark Law exception involving academic medical centers and physician referrals. It is useful for compliance professionals, physicians, hospital administrators, and medical coders who need a general understanding of how this exception is framed and where to look for more detailed guidance.
Why This Topic Matters
Stark-related exceptions affect referral compliance and can influence how organizations structure relationships between physicians and academic medical centers. Understanding the scope of the exception helps readers know when more detailed policy review is needed.
What You Will Learn
- The general subject of a Stark Law exception involving academic medical centers
- How the article frames referral relationships in a compliance context
- Where the article points readers for more detailed information about the exception
- That the article discusses a broadened definition associated with Phase II of Stark
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Hospital compliance staff
- Medical coders
- Revenue cycle professionals
- Healthcare administrators
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