You also DO NOT bill Medicare directly for missed appointment by
the beneficiary. Instead, you must bill the patient/beneficiary
directly.
My suggestion - educate your patients first before you implement
this in your practice. Make a posts in your waiting room, exam
room and at the front desk window regarding this change.
Read more about Medicare's Transmittal: Charges for Missed
Appointments. Transmittal# 1279. CR#5613
**** For more references: Consult your CPT code books. The National
Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) and third pary payer payment policies
and guidelines
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