tci Outpatient Facility Coding Alert - 2016 Issue 2
Reader Question: Report Your Televideo Services With Q3014
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Article Overview
This reader question addresses billing for telehealth and televideo encounters, with emphasis on the originating site concept, Medicare Part B facility reimbursement, and the general setting requirements tied to telehealth delivery. It is intended for coders, billers, and revenue cycle staff who need to understand whether a separate site-related charge applies when virtual services are provided.
Why This Topic Matters
Telehealth billing can involve both professional and facility components, so understanding the originating site concept helps organizations avoid incomplete or inaccurate reporting. The article is relevant to teams that support Medicare telehealth reimbursement and site-based charge capture.
What You Will Learn
- What telehealth and originating site billing generally refer to
- Which types of sites are recognized in the telehealth billing context
- How Medicare Part B relates to the facility component of telehealth services
- What broad considerations apply when reporting a telehealth originating site fee
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Medical billers
- Revenue cycle staff
- Compliance teams
- Telehealth program administrators
Codes Discussed
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