PBN Survey: Practices say they need a CMD for their own state

Why This Topic Matters

It highlights how provider access to local Medicare guidance can affect communication about billing and coverage questions, education efforts, and day-to-day practice operations.

Article Sections

1. Survey results on carrier medical director coverage

   Summarizes reader survey responses about whether practices want a Medicare carrier medical director in their own state and how important that role is considered to be.

2. Comments on regional coverage and provider education

   Describes differing views on regional versus state-based coverage and the general role of carrier medical directors in helping practices understand billing and policy issues.

3. Examples from South Carolina and Arizona

   Provides brief accounts from practice and compliance staff about interactions with carrier medical directors and related support from carrier staff.