Due to constant advancements in medical technology, oncology billing is a dynamic, fast-changing industry. RC Billing wants to keep clients on the leading edge of what’s happening, so we maintain this area of the website as a “clearinghouse” for information about oncology news and oncology billing services. Whether it’s a legal change that could affect our industry or just an opportunity to pass along an oncology coding tip, you’ll find it here.
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October 2008 Coding Tip (View More 2008 Coding Tips)
Are Radiation Oncology Services Covered in an Ambulatory
Surgical Center (ASC)?
Yes, certain radiation oncology services are covered in an ASC as long as they are performed ancillary to a covered surgical procedure. The list of covered surgical procedures for ASCs can be found on the CMS website and is labeled Addenda AA. The list of covered ancillary services is labeled Addenda BB. Click on the link provided below to be directed to Addendums AA and BB.
www.cms.hhs.gov/apps/ama/license.asp?file=/ascpayment/downloads/CMS-1404-P_ASC_Addenda_AA_BB_DD1_DD2.zip
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