Reimbursement: Add 3 COVID-19-Related Updates to Your Policies

Why This Topic Matters

These updates affect how practices understand current Medicare reimbursement policy during the public health emergency and help readers identify which broad areas of billing guidance changed. It is especially relevant for organizations handling vaccine claims, telehealth billing, and COVID-19-related claims processing.

Article Sections

1. Get the Scoop on COVID-19 Vaccine Payment Increases

   Discusses Medicare payment updates related to vaccine administration and the broader policy context behind the change. Also notes related toolkit updates and billing considerations across payer categories.

2. Know the Codes Removed from the ‘Category 3’ Telehealth Services List

   Summarizes corrections to the CY 2021 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule involving telehealth list updates. The section focuses on CMS changes and the timing of the revisions.

3. Check Out 6 New Code Options to Use With the CS Modifier

   Explains that CMS expanded the set of acceptable reporting options associated with the CS modifier during the public health emergency. It also references related guidance for Medicare Part B and other payer types.