Hello:
I am reviewing a claim for one of our CM nurses. The provider is billing the following codes on a CMS-1500 HCFA form:
64483
Q9966
S0020
J1040
A4550
99199
We are questioning the 99199. Per appeal letter, the provider is indicating this is a facility fee. The physicians rents the medical office space that was used to perform the above services. They also stated, "we purchase all of our own drugs, supplies and equipment.
Can anyone please tell me if 99199 is appropriate to bill in conjunction or what alternative code should the provider had utilized.
Your help is greatly appreciated.
I am reviewing a claim for one of our CM nurses. The provider is billing the following codes on a CMS-1500 HCFA form:
64483
Q9966
S0020
J1040
A4550
99199
We are questioning the 99199. Per appeal letter, the provider is indicating this is a facility fee. The physicians rents the medical office space that was used to perform the above services. They also stated, "we purchase all of our own drugs, supplies and equipment.
Can anyone please tell me if 99199 is appropriate to bill in conjunction or what alternative code should the provider had utilized.
Your help is greatly appreciated.