Although Medicare began paying for chronic care management (CCM) services in 2016, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) reports that many practices are not taking advantage of the new coverage, even after more than a year. And if you’re not billing this service for those who are likely your sickest patients, you’re losing […]

Can an orthopedic practice bill for orthotic management? One of the most commonly asked question is, “Can I bill 97760?” If you are an orthopedic practice, you really can’t. This is because it should always be a therapy service, and it has to be under a therapy plan of care. If your physician asks an […]

In 2016, Medicare added chronic care management (CCM, 99490) to its list of reimbursable codes. Starting Jan. 1, the agency is adding complex CCM services (99487-99489) to that list as well. But there are specific rules you must follow to get the payment you deserve. Most likely, you’re already providing these much needed extra services […]