E/M Coding Alert - 2007 Issue 9
BILLING: Stop Rushing to Switch Over to the New CMS-1500
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Article Overview
This article explains a temporary extension for using the older CMS-1500 claim form version while the revised form is rolled out. It focuses on why the change matters to medical billers, providers, clearinghouses, vendors, and Medicare contractors, with attention to form compliance, paper claim processing, and timing issues tied to the NPI transition.
Why This Topic Matters
Billing staff and practice administrators need to know whether they can continue using older claim forms, what happens if a revised form is improperly printed, and how the timing may affect paper claim submissions and reimbursement processing.
What You Will Learn
- The general reason the CMS-1500 transition was delayed
- Who is affected by the form change and extension
- Why printed form quality matters for paper claim submission
- What operational issues billing staff may need to consider during the transition period
- How the form change may intersect with broader provider identification timing concerns
Who Should Read This
- Medical billers
- Coding and billing staff
- Practice administrators
- Healthcare providers
- Clearinghouses
- Software and form vendors
- Revenue cycle professionals
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