tci Part B Insider - 2008 Issue 26

COMPLIANCE: Physicians Made $1.5 Million in Place-of-Service Errors During A 2-Year Period, OIG Says

Audit finds that physicians reported the correct POS code on just 15 percent of claims during the review periodIf you can't differentiate place of service (POS) code 11 from POS code 24, the OIG may be looking for you soon.Based on a new audit report released by the OIG on July 16, physicians need to keep a closer eye on where they performed a particular medical service.Why it matters: Although POS codes may seem innocuous, your reimbursement amounts depend on whether your procedure took place in your office versus another out-patient facility.-To account for the increased...

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