Novitas Part B Appeals Online Status Tool Now Available

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Published on Wednesday, 13 February 2013 19:06

Effective January 31, 2013 - Part B Appeals Online Status Tool Is Now Available.

Novitas added a new Internet tool that provides status on Part B Appeal requests. You need your Provider Transaction Access Number (PTAN), and Internal Control Number (ICN) or Case Control Number (CCN) to check status.

Here's the link to the new tool https://www.novitas-solutions.com/appeals/status-news.html

Novitas Part B Claims Correction Line

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Published on Wednesday, 13 February 2013 19:05

There's a Novitas Part B Claims Correction Line that can handle minor errors like missing modifiers. The following link provides a call flow chart that can assist you in getting to the line. NOTE: Claims Corrections cannot add a procedure code or line of service to a claim.

https://www.novitas-solutions.com/csc/call-flow-b.html

Tunnel To Towers Foundation's Programs and Donation Opportunities

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Published on Wednesday, 14 November 2012 16:26

We are proud of our EMS volunteers, like Medina Life Support, for supporting such a noble cause. To learn more about the Tunnel to Towers Foundation and their various programs and donation opportunities, visit www.tunneltotowers.org.

OHIO EMSIRS-1 Expires 1/1/13 - Get Free EMSIRS-2 ePCR Software Today

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Published on Friday, 09 November 2012 14:38

Time is running out! Update your expired EMSIRS-1 software to AIM NEMSIS Gold ePCR today. Click Here to learn more.

TrailBlazer - Novitas (MAC JH Transition)

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Published on Monday, 17 September 2012 18:21

EMAIL NOTICE FROM NOVITAS SOLUTIONS, INC.

JH Implementation Alert

Attention Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Providers - IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED TO AVOID PAYMENT DISRUPTION

If you are currently enrolled for EFT with TrailBlazer Health Enterprises (TrailBlazer), be on the lookout for a letter from Novitas Solutions, Inc. requesting a CMS-588 EFT Authorization Agreement (“Agreement”). Please read this letter carefully for instructions for completing and sending the Agreement. Novitas Solutions is required to obtain a new Agreement in conjunction with the MAC JH transition to continue issuing EFT payments post-cutover. The cutover dates for these segments are October 29, 2012 for Part A providers and November 19, 2012 for Part B providers. Failure to complete and submit the Agreement may result in a delay or interruption of your Medicare payments.

NOTE: You are not required to complete a CMS-855 Enrollment form as part of this process.

Should you have questions or need assistance, see our JH transition website or call us at 1-877-235-8073. Please be sure to identify yourself as a JH provider to expedite the handling of your call.

https://www.novitas-solutions.com/transition/jh/index.html

JH Transition Podcast

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Published on Tuesday, 07 August 2012 20:59

Novitas has posted informative podcasts relative to the JH (Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas Part B) TrailBlazer Transition.

Learn how Local Coverage Determinations are created, what to do if you do not agree with a decision, and much more!

The podcasts are located on Novitas' Impacts & Transition News page: https://www.novitas-solutions.com/transition/jh/impacts-news/co-nm-ok-tx-b.html

WPS Medicare Part B J8 MAC Implementation

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Published on Monday, 06 August 2012 15:14

THE INDIANA PART B CUTOVER DATE IS ALMOST HERE. Click here for details from WPS Medicare's latest eNews.

NEMSIS related FIPS Codes

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Published on Wednesday, 28 September 2011 20:58

NEMSIS related FIPS Codes

CMS Changes to Patient Signature Rules

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Published on Wednesday, 28 September 2011 20:58

CMS Changes to Patient Signature Rules

Electronic Health Records

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Published on Wednesday, 28 September 2011 20:56

Electronic Health Records and the 21st Century Health Care System