The following is a list of the most commonly asked questions about potential reimbursment for procedures utilizing Welch Allyn Equipment.
Q: What information is included under the "Supported Products" links?
A: The information under the links includes: Coding options and general information regarding Medicare, Medicaid and Private Payers for the following products: ABPM, Audiometry and Tympanometry, Colposcope, Ear Wash System, ECG, Holter Monitoring, Spirometry and SureSight™.
Q: Does the Medicare fee schedule vary by geographical region?
A: Yes. For specific reimbursement fees visit http://www.cms.gov/apps/physician-fee-schedule/overview.aspx, accept the licensing agreement, then to begin a search:
1. Click Start Search
2. Accept the License for Use of Current Procedural Terminology, Fourth Edition
3. Select the search criteria you are interested in obtaining, then click SUBMIT
Q: Can Welch Allyn call a payer for a reimbursement claim?
A: No. Welch Allyn does not provide this service. We recommend that you contact the payer directly to determine your benefits.
Q: Can Welch Allyn provide ICD-9 codes?
A: No. Welch Allyn cannot advise a provider/contact on diagnostic codes. We recommend that you contact their provider directly.
Q: Can Welch Allyn research private payers and their coverage restrictions for a contact?
A: Welch Allyn cannot conduct research on private payers, as it requires specific identification numbers which are only available to the providers.
Q: Can Welch Allyn research coverage for the State Medicaid plan for my contact's office?
A: Welch Allyn cannot research coverage for the State Medicaid plan for providers. We recommend contacting the payer to determine benefits.
Q: Is a provider paid the same by all payers?
A: No, the provider is paid for services based on his/her physician fee schedule. Each payer is different.
Q: Can I receive a paper copy of the reimbursement brochure that is available on your website?
A: Yes, we can mail or fax you a copy of any brochure that is available on the following webpage: www.welchallyn.com/support/reimburse_support.htm.
Or call the Welch Allyn Customer Care Line at 1.800.535.6663, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM EST and provide your shipping address.
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Payment will vary by geographic locality. It is always the provider’s responsibility to determine coding, coverage and claim information for the services that were provided.
