Insurance Billing Manual for Massage Therapists
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Worker’s compensation or Labor and Industries.
Each states workers compensation
plans vary. You usually need to sign up to become a provider with each state.
You will need to contact the proper authority to see if they recognize massage
therapy services. Find out what rules and regulations they have regarding
massage therapy services.
Some questions to ask the state
labor board:
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Do I need to become a provider with the state? If so what is the
process?
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Do I need to work at a doctor’s office? Does my work have to be
supervised by a doctor?
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Do I need a referral/prescription?
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Do I need an authorization code? Do I need authorization?
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What CPT codes can I bill for? How many units?
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How many sessions are allowed? Can this be renewed?
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What is the process for billing? Is there a manual available?
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Do I need to send chart notes and the prescription with the
bill?
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Is there a fee schedule?
Most labor
boards have provider fee schedules and service manuals available so that you can
learn how to bill them properly.
The Labor &
Industries and Workers Compensation
Divisions are usually not up to date with
allowable codes and Usual, Customary and Reasonable fees (UCR’s).
