Trouble brewing for CA PTs & Medicare

Physical therapists in California are facing the unexpected denial of claims after the implementation of new coverage and coding policies that are part of a nationwide shift in administration of Medicare coverage to new Medicare Administrative Contractors (MAC). APTA and the California Chapter are working with officials of Palmetto GBA to resolve significant problems resulting from its takeover of Medicare enrollment, coverage, and claims processing from the previous contractor, National Heritage Insurance Corp (NHIC).

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