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General Requirements for Medicaid Providers in Florida

Medisys Compliance

The Medicaid program in Florida provides medical services and assistance to low-income individuals and families. To participate in the Medicaid program, healthcare providers must meet several general requirements set forth by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

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Understanding Mental Health Services Reimbursement Rates

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Provider type: Psychiatrists, psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, and licensed professional counselors typically have different reimbursement rates. Payer type: Private insurance companies, Medicare, and Medicaid have their own reimbursement structures.

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Understanding CMS Behavioral Health Billing Guidelines: Essential Information for Providers

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Introduction The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) establish specific billing guidelines for behavioral health services provided to Medicare beneficiaries. This article provides a comprehensive overview of essential information for providers navigating CMS behavioral health billing guidelines.

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Direct Billing by MFTs and MHCs: A Comprehensive Guide for Year 2024

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Eligibility and Covered Services To directly bill Medicare, you must meet specific eligibility criteria. Additionally, you must be actively licensed or certified within your state. Familiarizing yourself with current telehealth billing guidelines established by CMS is essential to ensure proper reimbursement.

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Understanding Mental Health Telehealth Billing

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The provider must adhere to the telehealth regulations and guidelines established by their respective state’s licensing board. Covered Services: Understanding what services are covered is fundamental.

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Understanding Modifiers for Mental Health Billing

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It is similar to the 95 modifier and is used to ensure proper billing and reimbursement for telehealth services under Medicare. AJ Modifier – Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) The AJ modifier is used to identify services provided by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

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Billing Guidelines for Medicare Home Infusion Therapy (HIT)

Medisys Compliance

Section 1861(iii)(3)(D)(i) of the Social Security Act defines a qualified home infusion therapy supplier as a pharmacy, physician, or other provider of services or supplier licensed by the State in which the pharmacy, physician, or provider of services or supplier furnishes items or services.