Supervision

Why This Topic Matters

Correctly understanding supervision requirements is important for compliance when billing diagnostic cardiac testing, especially when services are furnished by nonphysician practitioners or other qualified personnel. The article helps readers identify which broad supervision category applies to common cardiac tests and where Medicare policy and state practice rules intersect.

Article Sections

1. Supervision levels for cardio diagnostic tests

   An overview of supervision categories used for selected cardiac diagnostic services. The section groups common test types by general, direct, and personal supervision concepts.

2. Direct

   A brief list of cardiac tests associated with the direct supervision category. The section identifies services discussed in connection with physician presence in the office suite.

3. Personal

   A brief list of cardiac tests associated with the personal supervision category. The section focuses on services where physician attendance during performance is discussed.