tci Part B Insider - 2005 Issue 30

LOCUM TENENS: Track Locum Tenens Billing Or Face Audits

Use computerization, special file for temp doctorA locum tenens physician may be a temporary addition to your practice. But if you don't keep proper documentation, the headaches may last long after he or she leaves.Billing for a locum tenens' services is fairly straightforward, say experts. You have to append the Q6 modifier to all of the temporary doctor's claims and bill under the UPIN of the doctor the locum is replacing. Also, you should include the UPIN of the temporary doctor in box 23 on the 1500 billing form.You can bill for a locum tenens for 60...

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