Wiki No bill vs. No charge

[sorcha48]

We have a choice of No bill or No charge. On a superbill, is it better to use NB or NC?

 

[mitchellde]

Why? When would you not bill or charge a patient? Be careful as there are circumstances when this is not allowed.

 

[sorcha48]

The superbills are for Medicare patients.

 

[mitchellde]

I am still unclear as to why there would ever be a need for a no charge.

 

[sorcha48]

I was unsure as well.

 

[Lizz B]

I don't know the specific instance above, however, I know it is common practice to note 'no charge' on a superbill for a patient being seen for a follow-up visit while in global period following surgery.

 

[mitchellde]

If that is the case then use 99024 with a $0 charge.