News 2022: Unitedhealthcare Requires 59 Modifier for Therapy Services
Despite the recent changes to the NCCI edits no longer requiring CPT Code 97530 to require a 59 modifier when billed on the same date of service and by the same therapist as CPT Code 97140 some therapists recently have reported non-payments when these two CPT Codes are billed on the same date of service to Unitedhealthcare without the 59 modifer.
PT vs PTA: Should I become a PT or PTA?
Should I Become a PT vs PTA in 2023? This is a great question. In my opinion, the main difference between choosing to become a PT vs PTA depends on your goals for the future. There is little difference in the salary, job opportunities, and...
Will PTAs Be Phased Out in 2023?
Will PTAs be phased out of the physical therapy profession in 2023? Absolutely not! Physical therapist assistants are a vital part of the patient care experience. I believe the best way to preserve the future of physical therapist assistants in the...
Can you Charge a Medicare Patient for a No Show Fee? 2022 Update
Can You Charge a No Show Fee to a Medicare Beneficiary? Yes, you are allowed to charge a no show fee to a Medicare beneficiary as long as you have an established no show fee policy for all patients at your practice. "According to Chapter 1, section...
