Provider Training – Incident To
Instructor
Brittany Sowards, BA, CPC, CPMA, CCC, CCVTCDescription
This 15-minute webinar teaches how Incident To services work under Medicare (and related payer rules). You’ll get clarity on supervision, scope, billing requirements, and documentation practices so your practice can use Incident To correctly and compliantly.
Key Takeaways
- Define Incident To services and when the benefit applies
- Identify place of service and setting requirements (non-institutional, physician’s office)
- Recognize rules for physician supervision, including direct supervision and scope of oversight
- Apply guidelines for treatment plans, continuity, and when non-physician practitioner (NPP) services qualify
- Implement standards for auxiliary personnel, home services, and documentation best practices
- Evaluate billing strategies, compliance safeguards, and payer expectations for “Incident To” claims
Who this course is for
- Providers and physicians who may delegate tasks to NPPs under their supervision
- Coding professionals and auditors needing clarity on Incident To rules
- Practice administrators and compliance staff ensuring safe, lawful billing
Why it matters
- Avoid revenue loss by correctly determining when “Incident To” billing is allowed
- Reduce denials and compliance risk by following supervision, scope, and documentation rules
- Safeguard your practice with defensible billing strategies that align with Medicare guidelines
What you get
- 15-minute webinar — focused, practical content you can watch on your schedule
- Transcript & slides available for review and reference
- Insights you can apply immediately to documentation and coding workflows
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