Radiology Coding Alert
Reader Questions:
Ask ASC for TC Payment
Published on Mon May 05, 2008
Question: Colorado Subscriber Answer: The ASC can contract with another entity to provide equipment and supplies, but the ASC would pay the contractor directly. So you would not report the global service on your claim. Resource: Addendum BB to the 2008 OPPS Final Rule offers an extensive listing of covered radiology and other ancillary services. You can find it online at http://www.cms.hhs.gov/ASCPayment/04f_CMS-1392-FC(ASC).asp.
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