decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2020 Issue 8 (August)
Getting paid: CMS sets 8/31 deadline for new ABN, instructions
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Article Overview
This article covers a CMS update to the Advance Beneficiary Notice of non-coverage (ABN), including the new form, revised instructions, and the date the update becomes mandatory. It is aimed at billing, coding, and compliance professionals who need to keep patient forms current and understand the general handling changes for dually eligible beneficiaries. The article also reviews broad presentation and completion requirements for the form so practices can prepare for the transition.
Why This Topic Matters
ABN forms are part of Medicare compliance and patient billing workflows. Staying current with the updated form and instructions helps practices avoid using outdated paperwork and supports correct handling of notices for patients with Medicare and Medicaid coverage.
What You Will Learn
- When the updated ABN form becomes mandatory
- What types of practices and workflows are affected by the CMS update
- Which general form presentation and completion requirements are highlighted
- How the update relates to beneficiaries with Medicare and Medicaid coverage
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Practice managers
- Compliance officers
- Revenue cycle teams
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