decisionhealth Newsletters, Answer Books - 2006 Issue 3 (March)
Program_Memos / 2003 / B-03-030
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Article Overview
This Medicare Program Memorandum from CMS addresses Type of Service corrections for a small set of HCPCS codes and notes related manual updates and effective dates. It is useful for Medicare Part B carriers, claims systems personnel, and coding/billing teams who need to understand the scope of the change and the administrative timing.
Why This Topic Matters
Type of Service indicators can affect claim processing and, in some situations, payment. This memorandum identifies codes requiring correction and clarifies which values and dates apply, making it relevant for accurate claims administration and system maintenance.
Article Sections
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General Information
Provides background on Type of Service indicators and explains the administrative purpose of the memorandum.
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Business Requirements
Summarizes the required corrections, responsibility for implementation, and related system or manual update notes.
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Additional Implementation Details
Includes implementation timing, discard date, contact information, and funding notes associated with the memorandum.
What You Will Learn
- What Type of Service indicators are used for in Medicare claims processing
- What categories of administrative corrections the memorandum addresses
- What implementation and effective date information accompanies the update
- Which organizations are responsible for updating carrier and system information
Who Should Read This
- Medicare Part B carriers
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Claims processing staff
- Revenue cycle teams
- Compliance staff
Codes Discussed
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