COC Coding, Billing & Reimbursement 3

Question 1

What is the purpose of the KX modifier when appended to an O&P claim submitted to Medicare?

Accepted Answer

To signify that documentation on file supports medical necessity as required by an applicable LCD

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To indicate a bilateral device was provided

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To denote an upgraded device with a signed beneficiary upgrade election

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To indicate the claim is for a device repair rather than a new device

Question 2

In O&P billing, what constitutes an 'upgrade' transaction?

Accepted Answer

Furnishing a higher-cost device than Medicare covers, with the beneficiary agreeing to pay the difference

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Providing a Medicare-covered device at no additional charge to the beneficiary

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Submitting a corrected claim to replace a previously denied claim

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Providing a replacement device within the standard Medicare replacement timeframe

Question 3

What role do ICD-10-CM codes play in O&P billing?

Accepted Answer

They document the patient's diagnosis to support medical necessity for the prescribed device

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They identify the specific O&P procedure or device provided

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They establish the Medicare fee schedule allowable for each device

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They measure quality outcomes for O&P patient care episodes

Question 4

What is the typical Medicare replacement timeframe for most prosthetic devices?

Accepted Answer

5 years

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1 year

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3 years

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7 years

Question 5

Which entity is responsible for processing Medicare Part B claims for O&P and DME items in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Durable Medical Equipment Medicare Administrative Contractors (DME MACs)

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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) directly

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State Medicaid offices under federal contract

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The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics (ABC)

Question 6

What is the 'allowed amount' in the context of Medicare O&P reimbursement?

Accepted Answer

The Medicare-approved payment rate that forms the basis for calculating Medicare payment and cost-sharing

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The amount the provider charges the patient for the device

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The total out-of-pocket amount the patient must pay for the calendar year

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The maximum cumulative amount Medicare will reimburse a provider in one year

Question 7

What is the primary role of the PDAC contractor in relation to O&P HCPCS coding?

Accepted Answer

To verify and confirm appropriate HCPCS code assignments for O&P devices submitted by manufacturers and providers

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To establish and update Medicare fee schedules for all O&P items

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To process and adjudicate Medicare O&P claims for payment

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To conduct post-payment audits of O&P provider documentation files