Wiki Bill diagnostic test for TC alone from outside referral?

[suzybray]

We have outside physicians refer patients to our clinic for the sole purpose of using our diagnostic equipment. Can we bill for the TC of the test(s) performed? If so, a technician is the one that performs the service (with no interpretation), who would we list as the rendering provider on our claims? Any insight is appreciated!

 

[jcatalano2011]

Yes bill the test with a -TC modifier.
The Rendering and Billing Provider would be the provider in your office.
The Referring Provider would be the provider the patient is being referred from.