09: Billing And Coding Flashcards

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What is the Service Code Payment Cycle?

A

Skilled OT services > Documentation > Coding > Billing > Reimbursement

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What are ICD codes and how are they categorized?

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  • International Classification of Diseases
  • Categorized by body systems and condition types
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What are CPT Codes?

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  • Current Procedural Technology
  • Commonly used codes for rehab providers
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4
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What is the significance of documentation?

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Justify needs for services!

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What is the 8-minute rule and how do you apply it?

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  • The 8-minute rule states that to receive Medicare reimbursement, you must provide treatment for at least eight minutes.
  • Using the “rule of eights,” billing units that are normally based on 15-minute increments spent with a patient can be standardized.
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