decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2012 Issue 5 (May)
Report e-Rx exemptions by June 30 or eat 1.5% payment cut in 2013
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Article Overview
This article explains CMS guidance on the e-prescribing incentive program for providers seeking hardship exemptions or trying to avoid a Medicare payment adjustment. It is aimed at physicians, group practices, and billing/coding professionals who need to understand the reporting options, website process, and deadline-related requirements described in the CMS and MLN Matters materials.
Why This Topic Matters
The article matters because missing the reporting deadline or misunderstanding the exemption process can affect Medicare reimbursement. It also highlights administrative steps and website-based procedures that practices must follow to stay compliant with CMS e-prescribing program requirements.
Article Sections
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E-prescribing
Introduces the Medicare e-prescribing program context and the timing of the payment adjustment discussed in the article.
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Claim exemption now, beat the crowd
Explains the practical process for requesting a hardship exemption, including the CMS website workflow and general submission considerations.
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Know your exemptions
Summarizes the broad categories of hardship exemptions and the accompanying documentation requirements discussed by CMS.
What You Will Learn
- How the CMS e-prescribing hardship exemption process is framed in the article
- What broad types of exemption options are discussed
- Why timing and online submission procedures matter for practices
- Which CMS resources and guidance documents are referenced
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Group practices
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Practice managers
- Compliance staff
Codes Discussed
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