tci Medicare Compliance & Reimbursement - 2012 Issue 15
Industry Notes: CMS Clarifies Which Staff Members Can Perform AWV, WTM Exam
Ever since CMS began to pay for annual wellness visits (AWVs) and Welcome-to-Medicare (WTM) exams, practices have questioned whether non-physician practitioners could bill for these services. CMS has finally included that information as part of its \"Preventive Services Frequently Asked Questions\" file, which the agency published on July 9.According to the document, the following practitioners can perform an AWV: physicians (doctor of medicine or osteopathy), physician assistants, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, medical professionals (including a health educator, a registered dietitian, nutrition professional, or other licensed practitioner) or a team of such medical professionals working under the direct...
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