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Aug 22, 2018
New York Billing: CMS-1500 Field 19 (Additional Claim Information)
New York State workers’ comp billing is in transition. Ultimately, the state will make a full, mandatory switch to e-billing. But before that, starting on January 1, 2019, pr...
Aug 15, 2018
NY Workers' Comp Billing: How to Complete CMS 1500
Starting January 1, 2019, New York workers’ comp providers may submit original bills using the CMS 1500 form, rather than New York-specific forms C-4, C-4.2, OT/PT-4, PS-4, a...
Jul 13, 2022
New York: 3 Key Narrative Report Requirements
As of July 1, 2022, workers’ comp providers in New York State must bill claims administrators using the universal CMS-1500 billing form (preferably in electronic form, throug...
Dec 14, 2022
NYS: Exceptions to Reporting Requirements
New York State workers’ comp has specific billing and reporting requirements — but every rule has its exceptions.As explained in a previous article, the Workers’ Compe...
Jul 19, 2023
NY WCB Bulletin: Telehealth Bill Objections
Heads up, New York State providers: the Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) recently issued a bulletin clarifying when payers can (and cannot) object to a bill for treating inj...
Jan 30, 2025
NY: Add CPT 99080 Charge to Offset e-Billing Cost
All New York workers’ compensation providers should rejoice. The New York Workers’ Compensation Board (NY WCB) now mandates that claims administrators reimburse providers up ...
Apr 16, 2025
NY Billing Deadlines: Why Timeliness Matters in Workers’ Comp
In New York workers’ comp, providers must adhere to state timely filing deadlines when submitting their bills for treating injured workers. Failing to submit your work...