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Orthopedic Coding Alert

Compliance:

Adhere to Locum Tenens Rules for 'Substitutes'

Published on Thu Jan 04, 2018

Replacement physicians often sub for providers on leave. Just about every orthopedic practice has, at some time, needed to do without a physician on a temporary basis. Whether it's for sabbatical, vacation, maternity leave, or any other reason, physicians do take time off. When a practice cannot do without the physician who's taking leave, they'll often hire a locum tenens [...]
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