decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2012 Issue 2 (February)
Send memo to physicians: NPPs can perform new preventive services
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Article Overview
This article discusses new Medicare preventive services available in 2012, with attention to implementation, provider education, and how practices can organize workflow so non-physician practitioners participate in service delivery. It is aimed at physicians, practice administrators, and coding/billing staff who need to understand the operational implications of these benefits and the broad billing guidance available at the time.
Why This Topic Matters
Practices may miss Medicare reimbursement opportunities if staff are unaware of new preventive service coverage and how responsibilities can be distributed within the clinic. The article is relevant for planning workflows, educating providers, and coordinating billing processes around newly covered services.
What You Will Learn
- Which newly covered preventive services are being discussed for 2012.
- How practices may organize workflow around these preventive services.
- Why provider education matters for Medicare reimbursement and implementation.
- What role non-physician practitioners can play in delivering covered preventive service workflows.
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Practice administrators
- Medical billing staff
- Coding professionals
- Non-physician practitioners
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