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Patient Doesn't Sign Superbill? Don't Worry

Published on Mon Nov 14, 2005

Question: What happens if the patient does not sign the superbill after his encounter? Are there any consequences for the practice?


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Answer: No. The patient is not legally required to sign the superbill--but the physician is. If the physician's signature is not on the superbill, don't send out the claim.

Though it is not legally necessary, some offices may want patients to sign the superbill as proof that they received the services on the bill. Offices may also want to have patients sign in order to verify their addresses and insurance information.
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