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A listing of established professional service charges, for specified dental and medical procedures.

Coded listings of physician or other professional services using units that indicate the relative value of the various services they perform. They take into account time, skill, and overhead cost required for each service, but generally do not consider the relative cost-effectiveness. Appropriate conversion factors can be used to translate the abstract units of the relative value scales into dollar fees for each service based on work expended, practice costs, and training costs.

The voluntary portion of Medicare, known as the Supplementary Medical Insurance (SMI) Program, that includes physician's services, home health care, medical services, outpatient hospital services, and laboratory, pathology, and radiology services. All persons entitled to Medicare Part A may enroll in Medicare Part B on a monthly premium basis.

Devices which are very resistant to wear and may be used over a long period of time. They include items such as wheelchairs, hospital beds, artificial limbs, etc.

Amounts charged to the patient as payer for medical services.

Concept referring to the standardized fees for services rendered by health care providers, e.g., laboratories and physicians, and reimbursement for those services under Medicare Part B. It includes acceptance by the physician.

Pricing statements presented by more than one party for the purpose of securing a contract.

A component of the Department of Health and Human Services to oversee and direct the Medicare and Medicaid programs and related Federal medical care quality control staffs. Name was changed effective June 14, 2001.

Economic aspects of the field of medicine, the medical profession, and health care. It includes the economic and financial impact of disease in general on the patient, the physician, society, or government.

A system wherein reimbursement rates are set, for a given period of time, prior to the circumstances giving rise to actual reimbursement claims.

A specific type of health insurance which provides surgeons' fees for specified amounts according to the type of surgery listed in the policy.

Descriptive terms and identifying codes for reporting medical services and procedures performed by PHYSICIANS. It is produced by the AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION and used in insurance claim reporting for MEDICARE; MEDICAID; and private health insurance programs (From CPT 2002).

A method of examining and setting levels of payments.

Payment by a third-party payer in a sum equal to the amount expended by a health care provider or facility for health services rendered to an insured or program beneficiary. (From Facts on File Dictionary of Health Care Management, 1988)

Facilities designed to serve patients who require surgical treatment exceeding the capabilities of usual physician's office yet not of such proportion as to require hospitalization.

Processes or methods of reimbursement for services rendered or equipment.

A schedule prescribing when the subject is to be reinforced or rewarded in terms of temporal interval in psychological experiments. The schedule may be continuous or intermittent.

A vehicle equipped for transporting patients in need of emergency care.

Federal program, created by Public Law 89-97, Title XVIII-Health Insurance for the Aged, a 1965 amendment to the Social Security Act, that provides health insurance benefits to persons over the age of 65 and others eligible for Social Security benefits. It consists of two separate but coordinated programs: hospital insurance (MEDICARE PART A) and supplementary medical insurance (MEDICARE PART B). (Hospital Administration Terminology, AHA, 2d ed and A Discursive Dictionary of Health Care, US House of Representatives, 1976)

Uniform method for health care providers and medical suppliers to report professional services, procedures, and supplies. It consists of alphanumeric codes and modifiers for the use of all public and private health insurers. It is developed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

The term "United States" in a medical context often refers to the country where a patient or study participant resides, and is not a medical term per se, but relevant for epidemiological studies, healthcare policies, and understanding differences in disease prevalence, treatment patterns, and health outcomes across various geographic locations.

Expendable and nonexpendable equipment, supplies, apparatus, and instruments that are used in diagnostic, surgical, therapeutic, scientific, and experimental procedures.

An Act prohibiting a health plan from establishing lifetime limits or annual limits on the dollar value of benefits for any participant or beneficiary after January 1, 2014. It permits a restricted annual limit for plan years beginning prior to January 1, 2014. It provides that a health plan shall not be prevented from placing annual or lifetime per-beneficiary limits on covered benefits. The Act sets up a competitive health insurance market.

Amounts charged to the patient as payer for dental services.

Individuals licensed to practice medicine.

Absolute, comparative, or differential costs pertaining to services, institutions, resources, etc., or the analysis and study of these costs.

The actual costs of providing services related to the delivery of health care, including the costs of procedures, therapies, and medications. It is differentiated from HEALTH EXPENDITURES, which refers to the amount of money paid for the services, and from fees, which refers to the amount charged, regardless of cost.

Time schedule for administration of a drug in order to achieve optimum effectiveness and convenience.

Schedule giving optimum times usually for primary and/or secondary immunization.

Family in the order COLUMBIFORMES, comprised of pigeons or doves. They are BIRDS with short legs, stout bodies, small heads, and slender bills. Some sources call the smaller species doves and the larger pigeons, but the names are interchangeable.

Pharmacist compensation for ambulatory patient care services. (1/74)

This activity is designed for pharmacists practicing in ambulatory, community, and managed care environments. GOAL: To discuss issues involved in the transition from product-based to patient-care-based reimbursement and compensation systems for pharmacists. OBJECTIVES: 1. Differentiate between reimbursement and compensation. 2. Describe the limitations of current third-party reimbursement and compensation systems. 3. Describe ways in which compensation for seemingly identical products and services can vary. 4. Discuss the use of Medicare's Resource-Based Value Scale and the relative value unit. 5. Define and differentiate between ICD-9-CM codes and E/M CPT codes. 6. List the three key components needed to determine an E/M CPT code for a new patient seen in the pharmacy. 7. Describe and provide examples of the SOAP method of documentation. 8. Understand why the referral process is an important step in the compensation process. 9. Discuss the importance of Form HCFA-1500 and other documentation in the compensation process. (+info)

Health care reform in Japan: the virtues of muddling through. (2/74)

Japan's universal and egalitarian health care system helps to keep its population healthy at an exceptionally low cost. Its financing and delivery systems have been adapted over the years in a gradual way that preserves balance. In particular, its mandatory fee schedule has proved to be effective in controlling spending by manipulating prices. Today, with severe fiscal problems, pressures are mounting for more radical reforms. However, these proposals attack the wrong problems and are impractical. Real problems include inequitable health insurance financing and insufficient regard for quality of hospital care. We suggest incremental reforms that would improve these situations. (+info)

Trends in Medicaid physician fees, 1993-1998. (3/74)

This study uses data on Medicaid physician fees in 1993 and 1998 to document variation in fees across the country, describe changes in these fees, and contrast how they changed relative to those in Medicare. The results show that 1998 Medicaid fees varied widely. Medicaid fees grew 4.6 percent between 1993 and 1998, lagging behind the general rate of inflation. This growth was greater for primary care services than for other services studied. Relative to Medicare physician fees, Medicaid fees fell by 14.3 percent between 1993 and 1998. Medicaid's low fees and slow growth rates suggest that potential access problems among Medicaid enrollees remain a policy issue that should be monitored. (+info)

Medicare program; replacement of reasonable charge methodology by fee schedules for parenteral and enteral nutrients, equipment, and supplies. Final rule. (4/74)

This final rule implements fee schedules for payment of parenteral and enteral nutrition (PEN) items and services furnished under the prosthetic device benefit, defined in section 1861(s)(8) of the Social Security Act. The authority for establishing these fee schedules is provided by the Balanced Budget Act of 1997, which amended the Social Security Act at section 1842(s). Section 1842(s) of the Social Security Act specifies that statewide or other area wide fee schedules may be implemented for the following items and services still subject to the reasonable charge payment methodology: medical supplies; home dialysis supplies and equipment; therapeutic shoes; parenteral and enteral nutrients, equipment, and supplies; electromyogram devices; salivation devices; blood products; and transfusion medicine. This final rule describes changes made to the proposed fee schedule payment methodology for these items and services and provides that the fee schedules for PEN items and services are effective for all covered items and services furnished on or after January 1, 2002. Fee schedules will not be implemented for electromyogram devices and salivation devices at this time since these items are not covered by Medicare. In addition, fee schedules will not be implemented for medical supplies, home dialysis supplies and equipment, therapeutic shoes, blood products, and transfusion medicine at this time since the data required to establish these fee schedules are inadequate. (+info)

Medicare program; civil money penalties, assessments, and revised sanction authorities. Final rule with comment period. (5/74)

This final rule with comment period is a technical rule that updates our civil money penalty (CMP) regulations to add CMP authorities already enacted as part of the Balanced Budget Act of 1997 (BBA) and delegated to us. The rule delineates our authority to assess penalties for: failure to bill outpatient therapy services or comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation services (CORS) on an assignment-related basis, failure to bill ambulance services on an assignment-related basis, failure to provide an itemized statement for Medicare items and services to a Medicare beneficiary upon his/her request, and failure of physicians or nonphysician practitioners to provide diagnostic codes for items or services they furnish or failure to provide this information to the entity furnishing the item or service ordered by the practitioner. The rule also contains technical changes to further conform our current CMP rules to changes in the statute enacted by the BBA. (+info)

Medicare program; revisions to payment policies and five-year review of and adjustments to the relative value units under the physician fee schedule for calendar year 2002. Final rule with comment period. (6/74)

This final rule with comment period makes several changes affecting Medicare Part B payment. The changes affect: refinement of resource-based practice expense relative value units (RVUs); services and supplies incident to a physician's professional service;anesthesia base unit variations;recognition of CPT tracking codes; and nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and clinical nurse specialists performing screening sigmoidoscopies. It also addresses comments received on the June 8, 2001 proposed notice for the 5-year review of work RVUs and finalizes these work RVUs. In addition,we acknowledge comments received on our request for information on our policy for CPT modifier 62 that is used to report the work of co-surgeons. The rule also updates the list of certain services subject to the physician self-referral prohibitions to reflect changes to CPT codes and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System codes effective January 1, 2002. These refinements and changes will ensure that our payment systems are updated to reflect changes in medical practice and the relative value of services. The Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP Benefits Improvement and Protection Act of 2000 modernizes the mammography screening benefit and authorizes payment under the physician fee schedule effective January 1, 2002; provides for biennial screening pelvic examinations for certain beneficiaries effective July 1, 2001; provides for annual glaucoma screenings for high-risk beneficiaries effective January 1,2002; expands coverage for screening colonoscopies to all beneficiaries effective July 1, 2001; establishes coverage for medical nutrition therapy services for certain beneficiaries effective January 1, 2002; expands payment for telehealth services effective October 1, 2001; requires certain Indian Health Service providers to be paid for some services under the physician fee schedule effective July 1, 2001; and revises the payment for certain physician pathology services effective January 1, 2001. This final rule will conform our regulations to reflect these statutory provisions. In addition, we are finalizing the calendar year (CY) 2001 interim RVUs and are issuing interim RVUs for new and revised procedure codes for calendar year (CY) 2002. As required by the statute, we are announcing that the physician fee schedule update for CY2002 is -4.8 percent, the initial estimate of the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) for CY 2002 is 5.6 percent, and the conversion factor for CY 2002 is $36.1992. (+info)

Medicare program; fee schedule for payment of ambulance services and revisions to the physician certification requirements for coverage of nonemergency ambulance services. Final rule with comment period. (7/74)

This final rule establishes a fee schedule for the payment of ambulance services under the Medicare program, implementing section 1834(l) of the Social Security Act. As required by that section, the proposed rule on which this final fee schedule for ambulance services is based was the product of a negotiated rulemaking process that was carried out consistent with the Federal Advisory Committee Act and the Negotiated Rulemaking Act of 1990. The fee schedule described in this final rule will replace the current retrospective reasonable cost payment system for providers and the reasonable charge system for suppliers of ambulance services. In addition, this final rule requires that ambulance suppliers accept Medicare assignment; codifies the establishment of new Health Care Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes to be reported on claims for ambulance services; establishes increased payment under the fee schedule for ambulance services furnished in rural areas based on the location of the beneficiary at the time the beneficiary is placed on board the ambulance; and revises the certification requirements for coverage of nonemergency ambulance services. (+info)

Medicare program; criteria for submitting supplemental practice expense survey data under the physician fee schedule. Interim final rule with comment period. (8/74)

This interim final rule revises criteria that we apply to supplemental survey information supplied by physician, non-physician, and supplier groups for use in determining practice expense relative value units under the physician fee schedule. This interim final rule solicits public comments on the revised criteria for supplemental surveys. (+info)

A fee schedule in a medical context refers to a list of fees that healthcare providers charge for various procedures, services, or treatments. It is essentially a price list that outlines the cost of each service offered by the healthcare provider. Fee schedules can be established by individual practitioners, hospitals, clinics, or insurance networks and may vary based on factors such as location, specialty, and complexity of the procedure.

In some cases, fee schedules are negotiated between healthcare providers and insurance companies to determine the allowed amount for reimbursement. This helps ensure that patients receive consistent and predictable pricing for medical services while also allowing healthcare providers to maintain a sustainable practice. Additionally, fee schedules can help patients understand their financial responsibilities before undergoing medical procedures or treatments.

Relative Value Scale (RVS) is a system used in the United States to determine the payment rate for medical services provided under the Medicare program. The RVS assigns a relative value unit (RVU) to each service based on three components:

1. Work RVUs - reflecting the physician's time, skill, and effort required to perform the service.
2. Practice expense RVUs - covering the costs of operating a medical practice, such as rent, equipment, and supplies.
3. Malpractice RVUs - accounting for the cost of malpractice insurance associated with each procedure.

The total relative value unit (RVU) assigned to a service is then multiplied by a conversion factor to determine the payment amount. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) sets the conversion factor annually, and it can vary based on geographic location.

It's important to note that while RVS provides a standardized framework for determining payment rates, there are ongoing debates about its accuracy and fairness in compensating physicians for the services they provide.

Medicare Part B is the component of Medicare, a federal health insurance program in the United States, that covers medically necessary outpatient services and preventive services. These services include doctor visits, laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, durable medical equipment, mental health services, ambulance services, and some home health care services.

Medicare Part B also covers certain preventive services such as cancer screenings, vaccinations, and wellness visits to help maintain an individual's health and prevent illnesses or diseases from getting worse. It is financed through a combination of monthly premiums paid by enrollees and funds from the federal government's general revenue. Enrollment in Medicare Part B is voluntary, but there are penalties for not enrolling when first eligible, unless an individual has creditable coverage from another source.

Durable Medical Equipment (DME) is defined in the medical field as medical equipment that is:

1. Durable: able to withstand repeated use.
2. Primarily and customarily used for a medical purpose: intended to be used for a medical reason and not for comfort or convenience.
3. Generally not useful to a person in the absence of an illness or injury: not typically used by people who are healthy.
4. Prescribed by a physician: recommended by a doctor to treat a specific medical condition or illness.

Examples of DME include wheelchairs, hospital beds, walkers, and oxygen concentrators. These items are designed to assist individuals with injuries or chronic conditions in performing activities of daily living and improving their quality of life. DME is typically covered by health insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid, with a doctor's prescription.

Medical fees are the charges for services provided by medical professionals and healthcare facilities. These fees can vary widely depending on the type of service, the provider, and the geographic location. They may include charges for office visits, procedures, surgeries, hospital stays, diagnostic tests, and prescribed medications. In some cases, medical fees may be covered in part or in full by health insurance, but in other cases patients may be responsible for paying these fees out of pocket. It is important for patients to understand the fees associated with their medical care and to ask questions about any charges that they do not understand.

Medicare Assignment is a term used in the United States healthcare system that refers to an agreement between healthcare providers (such as doctors, clinics, or hospitals) and the Medicare program. When a provider accepts assignment, they agree to accept the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services provided to Medicare beneficiaries. This means that the provider cannot charge patients more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts for those services.

For beneficiaries, accepting Medicare Assignment offers several advantages:

1. Predictable costs: Beneficiaries only need to pay their designated share (deductibles and coinsurances) of the Medicare-approved amount for covered services. Providers cannot bill them for any additional amounts beyond this.
2. No surprise bills: With providers accepting assignment, beneficiaries are protected from receiving unexpected or balance bills for more than the Medicare-approved amount.
3. Easier claims processing: When using an assigned provider, Medicare directly pays the provider, and the patient only needs to pay their share of the costs. This simplifies the claims process and reduces administrative burdens for beneficiaries.

Providers also benefit from accepting Medicare Assignment as they receive timely payments from Medicare without having to chase down payments or deal with complex billing issues. However, providers may choose not to accept assignment in certain situations, which could potentially result in higher out-of-pocket costs for beneficiaries.

"Competitive bidding" is not a medical term, but rather a business or procurement concept that can be applied in various industries, including healthcare. In the context of healthcare, competitive bidding typically refers to a process where healthcare providers or suppliers submit bids to provide goods or services to a payer, such as a government agency or insurance company, at the lowest possible price.

The goal of competitive bidding is to promote cost savings and efficiency in the delivery of healthcare services. For example, Medicare uses a competitive bidding program for certain medical equipment and supplies, such as wheelchairs and oxygen equipment, where suppliers submit bids and are awarded contracts based on their ability to provide high-quality items at the lowest price.

However, it's important to note that while competitive bidding can lead to cost savings, it may also have unintended consequences, such as reducing provider participation or limiting access to certain services in some areas. Therefore, it is essential to balance cost savings with quality and access considerations when implementing competitive bidding programs in healthcare.

Medical economics is a branch of economics that deals with the application of economic principles and concepts to issues related to health and healthcare. It involves the study of how medical care is produced, distributed, consumed, and financed, as well as the factors that influence these processes. The field encompasses various topics, including the behavior of healthcare providers and consumers, the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare systems, the impact of health policies on outcomes, and the allocation of resources within the healthcare sector. Medical economists may work in academia, government agencies, healthcare organizations, or consulting firms, contributing to research, policy analysis, and program evaluation.

A Prospective Payment System (PPS) is a method of reimbursement in which the payment for a specific service is determined before the service is provided. It is commonly used in healthcare systems, including hospitals and post-acute care facilities, to control costs and promote efficiency. Under this system, providers are paid a predetermined amount based on the patient's diagnosis or the type of procedure being performed, rather than being reimbursed for each individual service provided. This encourages providers to deliver care in the most cost-effective manner possible while still meeting quality standards. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) uses PPS for many of its payment models, including the Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) and the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

Surgical insurance is a type of health insurance that specifically covers the costs associated with surgical procedures. This can include the cost of the surgery itself, as well as related expenses such as anesthesia, operating room fees, and hospital stays. Some surgical insurance policies may also cover follow-up appointments and physical therapy. It's important to note that not all surgeries may be covered, so it's essential to check the specific details of the policy to understand what is and isn't covered. Surgical insurance can be purchased as a standalone product or as part of a more comprehensive health insurance plan.

Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) is a system of medical codes, developed and maintained by the American Medical Association (AMA), that are used to describe medical, surgical, and diagnostic services provided by healthcare professionals. The codes are used for administrative purposes, such as billing and insurance claims processing, and consist of a five-digit alphanumeric code that identifies the specific service or procedure performed.

The CPT code set is organized into three categories: Category I codes describe common medical, surgical, and diagnostic services; Category II codes are used for performance measurement and tracking of quality improvement initiatives; and Category III codes are used for emerging technologies, experimental procedures, and services that do not have a defined CPT code.

Healthcare professionals and facilities rely on the accuracy and specificity of CPT codes to ensure appropriate reimbursement for their services. The AMA regularly updates the CPT code set to reflect changes in medical practice and technology, and provides guidance and resources to help healthcare professionals navigate the complexities of coding and billing.

"Rate setting and review" is not a commonly used medical term with a specific definition in the field. However, I can provide you with information about what these terms might refer to in a broader healthcare context:

Rate setting generally refers to the process of determining the payment rates for healthcare services, programs, or products. This could involve setting reimbursement rates for medical procedures, medications, or durable medical equipment under government-funded health insurance programs like Medicare and Medicaid, or in the private insurance sector. Rate setting can be influenced by various factors, including the cost of providing care, resource utilization, quality metrics, and market competition.

Review, in this context, typically refers to the process of evaluating and assessing healthcare services, programs, or products to ensure their quality, effectiveness, and efficiency. This could involve reviewing medical records, clinical outcomes, and financial data to determine if the care provided is consistent with evidence-based guidelines, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements. Regular reviews are essential for maintaining high standards of care, identifying areas for improvement, and ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently.

Together, "rate setting and review" may refer to a comprehensive approach to managing healthcare costs and quality by establishing appropriate payment rates while continuously monitoring and improving the effectiveness and efficiency of healthcare services.

Health Insurance Reimbursement refers to the process of receiving payment from a health insurance company for medical expenses that you have already paid out of pocket. Here is a brief medical definition of each term:

1. Insurance: A contract, represented by a policy, in which an individual or entity receives financial protection or reimbursement against losses from an insurance company. The company pools clients' risks to make payments more affordable for the insured.
2. Health: Refers to the state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
3. Reimbursement: The act of refunding or compensating a person for expenses incurred, especially those that have been previously paid by the individual and are now being paid back by an insurance company.

In the context of health insurance, reimbursement typically occurs when you receive medical care, pay the provider, and then submit a claim to your insurance company for reimbursement. The insurance company will review the claim, determine whether the services are covered under your policy, and calculate the amount they will reimburse you based on your plan's benefits and any applicable co-pays, deductibles, or coinsurance amounts. Once this process is complete, the insurance company will issue a payment to you to cover a portion or all of the costs you incurred for the medical services.

A surgicenter, also known as an ambulatory surgery center (ASC), is a specialized healthcare facility that provides same-day surgical procedures. These facilities are equipped with operating rooms and recovery rooms but do not have beds for overnight stays. Surgicenters primarily focus on providing outpatient surgeries, which allow patients to recover at home instead of being admitted to a hospital.

Procedures performed at surgicenters typically include minor to intermediate-complexity surgeries such as:

1. Orthopedic procedures (e.g., arthroscopy, joint repairs)
2. Ophthalmologic procedures (e.g., cataract surgery, LASIK)
3. Pain management procedures (e.g., epidural steroid injections)
4. Dental surgery
5. Endoscopies and colonoscopies
6. Plastic and reconstructive surgeries
7. Gynecologic procedures

Surgicenters offer several advantages, including lower costs compared to hospital-based surgeries, increased convenience for patients, reduced risk of infection due to shorter stays, and a more personalized care experience. They are often affiliated with hospitals or medical groups and must adhere to strict regulations and accreditation standards to ensure patient safety and quality of care.

Reimbursement mechanisms in a medical context refer to the various systems and methods used by health insurance companies, government agencies, or other payers to refund or recompense healthcare providers, institutions, or patients for the costs associated with medical services, treatments, or products. These mechanisms ensure that covered individuals receive necessary medical care while protecting payers from unnecessary expenses.

There are several types of reimbursement mechanisms, including:

1. Fee-for-service (FFS): In this model, healthcare providers are paid for each service or procedure they perform, with the payment typically based on a predetermined fee schedule. This can lead to overutilization and increased costs if providers perform unnecessary services to increase their reimbursement.
2. Capitation: Under capitation, healthcare providers receive a set amount of money per patient enrolled in their care for a specified period, regardless of the number or type of services provided. This encourages providers to manage resources efficiently and focus on preventive care to maintain patients' health and reduce overall costs.
3. Bundled payments: Also known as episode-based payment, this model involves paying a single price for all the services related to a specific medical event, treatment, or condition over a defined period. This encourages coordination among healthcare providers and can help eliminate unnecessary procedures and costs.
4. Resource-Based Relative Value Scale (RBRVS): RBRVS is a payment system that assigns relative value units (RVUs) to various medical services based on factors such as time, skill, and intensity required for the procedure. The RVUs are then converted into a monetary amount using a conversion factor. This system aims to create more equitable and consistent payments across different medical specialties and procedures.
5. Prospective payment systems (PPS): In PPS, healthcare providers receive predetermined fixed payments for specific services or conditions based on established diagnosis-related groups (DRGs) or other criteria. This system encourages efficiency in care delivery and can help control costs by setting limits on reimbursement amounts.
6. Pay-for-performance (P4P): P4P models tie a portion of healthcare providers' reimbursements to their performance on specific quality measures, such as patient satisfaction scores or adherence to evidence-based guidelines. This system aims to incentivize high-quality care and improve overall healthcare outcomes.
7. Shared savings/risk arrangements: In these models, healthcare providers form accountable care organizations (ACOs) or other collaborative entities that assume responsibility for managing the total cost of care for a defined population. If they can deliver care at lower costs while maintaining quality standards, they share in the savings with payers. However, if costs exceed targets, they may be required to absorb some of the financial risk.

These various reimbursement models aim to balance the need for high-quality care with cost control and efficiency in healthcare delivery. By aligning incentives and promoting coordination among providers, these systems can help improve patient outcomes while reducing unnecessary costs and waste in the healthcare system.

A reinforcement schedule is a concept in behavioral psychology that refers to the timing and pattern of rewards or reinforcements provided in response to certain behaviors. It is used to shape, maintain, or strengthen specific behaviors in individuals. There are several types of reinforcement schedules, including:

1. **Fixed Ratio (FR):** A reward is given after a fixed number of responses. For example, a salesperson might receive a bonus for every 10 sales they make.
2. **Variable Ratio (VR):** A reward is given after an unpredictable number of responses. This schedule is commonly used in gambling, as the uncertainty of when a reward (winning) will occur keeps the individual engaged and motivated to continue the behavior.
3. **Fixed Interval (FI):** A reward is given after a fixed amount of time has passed since the last reward, regardless of the number of responses during that time. For example, an employee might receive a paycheck every two weeks, regardless of how many tasks they completed during that period.
4. **Variable Interval (VI):** A reward is given after an unpredictable amount of time has passed since the last reward, regardless of the number of responses during that time. This schedule can be observed in foraging behavior, where animals search for food at irregular intervals.
5. **Combined schedules:** Reinforcement schedules can also be combined to create more complex patterns, such as a fixed ratio followed by a variable interval (FR-VI) or a variable ratio followed by a fixed interval (VR-FI).

Understanding reinforcement schedules is essential for developing effective behavioral interventions in various settings, including healthcare, education, and rehabilitation.

An ambulance is a vehicle specifically equipped to provide emergency medical care and transportation to sick or injured individuals. The term "ambulance" generally refers to the vehicle itself, as well as the medical services provided within it.

The primary function of an ambulance is to quickly transport patients to a hospital or other medical facility where they can receive further treatment. However, many ambulances are also staffed with trained medical professionals, such as paramedics and emergency medical technicians (EMTs), who can provide basic life support and advanced life support during transportation.

Ambulances may be equipped with a variety of medical equipment, including stretchers, oxygen tanks, heart monitors, defibrillators, and medication to treat various medical emergencies. Some ambulances may also have specialized equipment for transporting patients with specific needs, such as bariatric patients or those requiring critical care.

There are several types of ambulances, including:

1. Ground Ambulance: These are the most common type of ambulance and are designed to travel on roads and highways. They can range from basic transport vans to advanced mobile intensive care units (MICUs).
2. Air Ambulance: These are helicopters or fixed-wing aircraft that are used to transport patients over long distances or in remote areas where ground transportation is not feasible.
3. Water Ambulance: These are specialized boats or ships that are used to transport patients in coastal or aquatic environments, such as offshore oil rigs or cruise ships.
4. Bariatric Ambulance: These are specially designed ambulances that can accommodate patients who weigh over 300 pounds (136 kg). They typically have reinforced floors and walls, wider doors, and specialized lifting equipment to safely move the patient.
5. Critical Care Ambulance: These are advanced mobile intensive care units that are staffed with critical care nurses and paramedics. They are equipped with sophisticated medical equipment, such as ventilators and monitoring devices, to provide critical care during transportation.

Medicare is a social insurance program in the United States, administered by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), that provides health insurance coverage to people who are aged 65 and over; or who have certain disabilities; or who have End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a transplant).

The program consists of four parts:

1. Hospital Insurance (Part A), which helps pay for inpatient care in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, hospices, and home health care.
2. Medical Insurance (Part B), which helps pay for doctors' services, outpatient care, medical supplies, and preventive services.
3. Medicare Advantage Plans (Part C), which are private insurance plans that provide all of your Part A and Part B benefits, and may include additional benefits like dental, vision, and hearing coverage.
4. Prescription Drug Coverage (Part D), which helps pay for medications doctors prescribe for treatment.

Medicare is funded by payroll taxes, premiums paid by beneficiaries, and general revenue. Beneficiaries typically pay a monthly premium for Part B and Part D coverage, while Part A is generally free for those who have worked and paid Medicare taxes for at least 40 quarters.

The Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) is a standardized system in the United States for coding medical, surgical, and dental procedures and services performed by healthcare providers. It is maintained by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and is used to facilitate the processing of claims for reimbursement and to provide a uniform method for healthcare providers, suppliers, and insurance companies to communicate about services and procedures provided to patients.

HCPCS is divided into two main levels: Level I and Level II.

* Level I consists of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes, which are five-digit codes used to report medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures and services. CPT codes are maintained by the American Medical Association (AMA).
* Level II consists of alphanumeric codes used to report services not included in the CPT codes, such as durable medical equipment, supplies, and certain healthcare services, such as ambulance transportation and prosthetics.

HCPCS codes are used by a variety of healthcare organizations, including Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance companies, to process claims for reimbursement and to track utilization and cost of healthcare services.

I'm sorry for any confusion, but "United States" is a geopolitical entity, specifically the name of the country consisting of 50 states, and it is not a medical term or concept. Therefore, I can't provide a medical definition for it. If you have any questions related to health, medicine, or biology, I would be happy to try to help answer those!

'Equipment and Supplies' is a term used in the medical field to refer to the physical items and materials needed for medical care, treatment, and procedures. These can include a wide range of items, such as:

* Medical equipment: This includes devices and machines used for diagnostic, monitoring, or therapeutic purposes, such as stethoscopes, blood pressure monitors, EKG machines, ventilators, and infusion pumps.
* Medical supplies: These are consumable items that are used once and then discarded, such as syringes, needles, bandages, gowns, gloves, and face masks.
* Furniture and fixtures: This includes items such as hospital beds, examination tables, chairs, and cabinets that are used to create a functional medical space.

Having the right equipment and supplies is essential for providing safe and effective medical care. The specific items needed will depend on the type of medical practice or facility, as well as the needs of individual patients.

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) is a comprehensive healthcare reform law passed in 2010 in the United States. Its primary goal is to increase the quality and affordability of health insurance, lower the uninsured rate by expanding public and private insurance coverage, and reduce the costs of healthcare for individuals, businesses, and government.

The ACA achieves these goals through several key provisions:

1. Individual mandate: Requires most individuals to have health insurance or pay a penalty, with some exceptions.
2. Employer mandate: Requires certain employers to offer health insurance to their employees or face penalties.
3. Insurance market reforms: Prohibits insurers from denying coverage based on pre-existing conditions, limits out-of-pocket costs, and requires coverage of essential health benefits.
4. Medicaid expansion: Expands Medicaid eligibility to cover more low-income individuals and families.
5. Health insurance exchanges: Establishes state-based marketplaces where individuals and small businesses can purchase qualified health plans.
6. Subsidies: Provides premium tax credits and cost-sharing reductions to help eligible individuals and families afford health insurance.
7. Prevention and public health fund: Invests in prevention, wellness, and public health programs.
8. Medicare reforms: Improves benefits for Medicare beneficiaries, reduces costs for some beneficiaries, and extends the solvency of the Medicare Trust Fund.

The ACA has been subject to numerous legal challenges and political debates since its passage. Despite these controversies, the law has significantly reduced the number of uninsured Americans and reshaped the U.S. healthcare system.

Dental fees refer to the charges that dentists or dental professionals bill for their services, procedures, or treatments. These fees can vary based on several factors such as:

1. Location: Dental fees may differ depending on the region or country where the dental practice is located due to differences in cost of living and local market conditions.
2. Type of procedure: The complexity and duration of a dental treatment will impact the fee charged for that service. For example, a simple teeth cleaning will have a lower fee compared to more complex procedures like root canals or dental implants.
3. Dental professional's expertise and experience: Highly skilled and experienced dentists may charge higher fees due to their superior level of knowledge and proficiency in performing various dental treatments.
4. Type of dental practice: Fees for dental services at a private practice may differ from those charged by a community health center or non-profit organization.
5. Dental insurance coverage: The amount of coverage provided by a patient's dental insurance plan can also affect the final out-of-pocket cost for dental care, which in turn influences the fees that dentists charge.

Dental fee schedules are typically established by individual dental practices based on these factors and may be periodically updated to reflect changes in costs or market conditions. Patients should consult their dental providers to understand the specific fees associated with any recommended treatments or procedures.

A physician is a healthcare professional who practices medicine, providing medical care and treatment to patients. Physicians may specialize in various fields of medicine, such as internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, psychiatry, or radiology, among others. They are responsible for diagnosing and treating illnesses, injuries, and disorders; prescribing medications; ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests; providing counseling and education to patients; and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care. Physicians may work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, private practices, and academic medical centers. To become a physician, one must complete a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree program and pass licensing exams to practice medicine in their state.

Costs refer to the total amount of resources, such as money, time, and labor, that are expended in the provision of a medical service or treatment. Costs can be categorized into direct costs, which include expenses directly related to patient care, such as medication, supplies, and personnel; and indirect costs, which include overhead expenses, such as rent, utilities, and administrative salaries.

Cost analysis is the process of estimating and evaluating the total cost of a medical service or treatment. This involves identifying and quantifying all direct and indirect costs associated with the provision of care, and analyzing how these costs may vary based on factors such as patient volume, resource utilization, and reimbursement rates.

Cost analysis is an important tool for healthcare organizations to understand the financial implications of their operations and make informed decisions about resource allocation, pricing strategies, and quality improvement initiatives. It can also help policymakers and payers evaluate the cost-effectiveness of different treatment options and develop evidence-based guidelines for clinical practice.

Health care costs refer to the expenses incurred for medical services, treatments, procedures, and products that are used to maintain or restore an individual's health. These costs can be categorized into several types:

1. Direct costs: These include payments made for doctor visits, hospital stays, medications, diagnostic tests, surgeries, and other medical treatments and services. Direct costs can be further divided into two subcategories:
* Out-of-pocket costs: Expenses paid directly by patients, such as co-payments, deductibles, coinsurance, and any uncovered medical services or products.
* Third-party payer costs: Expenses covered by insurance companies, government programs (like Medicare, Medicaid), or other entities that pay for health care services on behalf of patients.
2. Indirect costs: These are the expenses incurred as a result of illness or injury that indirectly impact an individual's ability to work and earn a living. Examples include lost productivity, absenteeism, reduced earning capacity, and disability benefits.
3. Non-medical costs: These are expenses related to caregiving, transportation, home modifications, assistive devices, and other non-medical services required for managing health conditions or disabilities.

Health care costs can vary significantly depending on factors such as the type of medical service, geographic location, insurance coverage, and individual health status. Understanding these costs is essential for patients, healthcare providers, policymakers, and researchers to make informed decisions about treatment options, resource allocation, and health system design.

A "Drug Administration Schedule" refers to the plan for when and how a medication should be given to a patient. It includes details such as the dose, frequency (how often it should be taken), route (how it should be administered, such as orally, intravenously, etc.), and duration (how long it should be taken) of the medication. This schedule is often created and prescribed by healthcare professionals, such as doctors or pharmacists, to ensure that the medication is taken safely and effectively. It may also include instructions for missed doses or changes in the dosage.

An immunization schedule is a series of planned dates when a person, usually a child, should receive specific vaccines in order to be fully protected against certain preventable diseases. The schedule is developed based on scientific research and recommendations from health organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The immunization schedule outlines which vaccines are recommended, the number of doses required, the age at which each dose should be given, and the minimum amount of time that must pass between doses. The schedule may vary depending on factors such as the individual's age, health status, and travel plans.

Immunization schedules are important for ensuring that individuals receive timely protection against vaccine-preventable diseases, and for maintaining high levels of immunity in populations, which helps to prevent the spread of disease. It is important to follow the recommended immunization schedule as closely as possible to ensure optimal protection.

Columbidae is the family that includes all pigeons and doves. According to the medical literature, there are no specific medical definitions associated with Columbidae. However, it's worth noting that some species of pigeons and doves are commonly kept as pets or used in research, and may be mentioned in medical contexts related to avian medicine, zoonoses (diseases transmissible from animals to humans), or public health concerns such as bird-related allergies.

... Each fee schedule is a PDF that can be downloaded, printed, or searched. Use CTRL+F or CMD+F to search for a ...

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... issued the following statement regarding the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and Quality Payment Program. ... issued the following statement regarding the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, Quality Payment Program final rule released today ...

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The 2001 operating fee rate will decrease by 20.38 percent from the 2000 rate. This decrease is primarily due to the one-time ... The operating fee and the capitalization deposit adjustment will be based upon the assets and the insured shares you report as ... In March 2001, you will receive an invoice from NCUA for your 2001 operating fee and, if required, for the amount needed to ... For 2001, the same operating fee scale will remain in effect for corporate federal credit unions. The scales are printed on the ...

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... physician fee schedule for 2004 and revise a number of other policies affecting Medicare Part B payments under the fee schedule ... physician fee schedule for 2004 and revise a number of other policies affecting Medicare Part B payments under the fee schedule ... physician fee schedule for 2004 and revise a number of other policies affecting Medicare Part B payments under the fee schedule ... The physician fee schedule is updated on an annual basis according to a formula specified by statute that is intended to ...

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Schedule autumn 2023 (currently enrolled students should check Canvas for the latest version). (lu.se)

Dec. 18, 2020 (ACP) - The 2021 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule has been released and will go into effect on Jan. 1. (acponline.org)
As ACP told congressional leaders in a Dec. 2 letter, the positive changes in the fee schedule "begin to address the decades-long disparities in payments for E/M services, and the underinvestment in primary and comprehensive care, and deserve your enthusiastic support as finalized by [the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)] for implementation on January 1, 2021. (acponline.org)
On Aug. 3, CMS released the Calendar Year (CY) 2021 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) proposed rule . (aans.org)
Last month, two bills were introduced in the House proposing solutions to the estimated 10.6% Physician Fee Schedule conversion factor cut expected to go into effect January 1, 2021. (aapmr.org)

Summer 2022 Fees will be assessed beginning April 21, 2022. (utc.edu)
You may log into your MyMocsNet account and click the "Payments and Refunds" tool to view your fees, charges, and available credits for Summer 2022. (utc.edu)
Students registering for classes after the May 11, 2022 cancellation date for Full Term or Part of Term I, must pay by May 17, 2022 to avoid a $50.00 late fee charge. (utc.edu)
Students who register on or after May 18, 2022 for Full Term or Part of Term I will be assessed a $50.00 late registration fee. (utc.edu)
Students who register on or after June 29, 2022 for Part of Term II will be assessed a $50.00 late registration fee. (utc.edu)
On July 7, 2022, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published the annual Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule describing proposed payment and policy changes for 2023. (aapmr.org)

Retrieved from https://www.hematology.org/advocacy/policy-news-statements-testimony-and-correspondence/testimony-and-correspondence/fy-2024-medicare-physician-fee-schedule-pfs-summary . (hematology.org)
Cancellations made by May 24, 2024, will be refunded less a $150.00 processing fee. (techconnectworld.com)
and the 43,000 health care leaders who belong to our professional membership groups, the American Hospital Association (AHA) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) physician fee schedule (PFS) proposed rule for calendar year (CY) 2024. (aha.org)

If the animal displays signs/symptoms of the rabies virus or the owner chooses to surrender the animal to the shelter, the quarantine fee is still collected to cover costs related to euthanasia and rabies testing. (cityofirving.org)
The home quarantine fee applies to animals that have met the legal requirements that allow for quarantine in the home. (cityofirving.org)

EU/EEA students may need to pay application and tuition fees. (lu.se)
Both non-EU/EEA Master students and PhD-students need to check if they application and/or tuition fees as well as visitor's permit are applicable for them. (lu.se)
Also information about entry requirements, tuition fees and more. (lu.se)
If you are required to pay tuition fees, you are generally also required to pay an application fee of SEK 900 (approximately EUR 100) when you apply. (lu.se)

A party who is an associated person shall pay a non-refundable filing fee and shall pay a hearing session deposit in the amounts specified for customer claimants in Rule 10332. (finra.org)
If the associated person is a joint claimant with a member, the member shall pay a non-refundable filing fee and shall pay a hearing session deposit in the amounts specified in paragraph (k) of this Rule. (finra.org)
d) For claims filed separately which are subsequently joined or consolidated under Rule 10314(d) of this Code, the hearing deposit and forum fees assessable per hearing session after joinder or consolidation shall be based on the cumulative amount in dispute. (finra.org)
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced today a final rule that will update payment rates under the Medicare physician fee schedule for 2004 and revise a number of other policies affecting Medicare Part B payments under the fee schedule. (cms.gov)
CMS has issued a final rule regarding revisions to payment policies under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) for calendar year (CY) 2012. (hfma.org)
On August 22, CMS will hold a listening session for the Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule. (acponline.org)
3. Published new rule establishing an updated fee schedule for the approval of respirators. (cdc.gov)

In calendar year 2004, Medicare is expected to pay approximately $48.8 billion to 900,000 physicians and medical professionals for services paid under the fee schedule, up from a projected $48.0 billion in 2003. (cms.gov)
The SGR, in turn, is calculated based on medical inflation, the projected growth in the domestic economy, increases in the number of beneficiaries in fee-for-service Medicare, and changes in law or regulation. (cms.gov)
We used publicly available Medicare fee sched- ules assigning values to codes associated with charges. (cdc.gov)
The Medicare fee schedule is released each year. (medscape.com)
Physicians who accept Medicare can choose to be a "participating provider" by agreeing to the fee schedule and to not charging more than this amount. (medscape.com)

Since Calendar is integrated into Thunderbird please use https://github.com/thundernest/thunderbird-website for website issues. (mozilla.org)

A similar problem is found on the calendar/lightning and calendar/sunbird subsections: As these are product-specific and we do have separate entry pages for them, they should also include a breadcrumb-backlink to the project-specific home (lightning/sunbird). (mozilla.org)

A $50.00 late fee is assessed for each installment payment missed or paid after the 4th of each month. (utc.edu)

CY 2020 Revisions to Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment Policies," published on August 14, 2019, with file code CMS-1715-P. MGMA is the premier association for professionals who lead medical practices. (mgma.com)

The fee schedule provides information and fee rates for USPTO's products and services. (uspto.gov)
The fee schedule contains payment rates for physicians and other providers for more than 7,000 health care services and procedures, ranging from simple office visits to complex surgery. (cms.gov)
The physician fee schedule is updated on an annual basis according to a formula specified by statute that is intended to control the rate of growth in spending for physician services. (cms.gov)
EPI submits these comments to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), in response to their opportunity to comment on proposed changes to the current Fee Schedule. (epi.org)
In 1988, Congress established the authority for the Immigration and Naturalization Service (the predecessor agency to USCIS) to recover the full cost of immigration benefit processing through fees collected and deposited into the Immigration Examinations Fee Account (IEFA), although fees have been charged for immigration services and benefits since the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952 prescribed fees for certain services. (epi.org)
The past few years, the USCIS budget been in the neighborhood of $5 billion, most of which has come from fees charged for services. (epi.org)
Along with a thorough evaluation of program delivery costs, Staff created a Cost Recovery and Fee Policy that is focused on providing transparency, accountability and guidance for assigning tax-based subsidies (funding) and assessing fees to programs and services. (az.gov)
If you will be paying out of pocket for your clinical services, and cannot afford the fees stated above, you may ask about our sliding scale fee as shown below. (madisonct.org)
As a local government, funding for services is obtained through many revenue sources such as taxes, user fees, grants and rates. (cityofirving.org)
The Consolidated Fee Schedule reflects the cost to the city for providing fee-based services such as planning and zoning amendments, obtaining a building permit, adopting an animal or renting a city facility. (cityofirving.org)
The fees assessed for registration are for the Animal Services staff time to complete the process for checking compliance requirements set forth in the ordinances. (cityofirving.org)
By revising the fees on an item-by-item basis, providers are nudged to deliver services in line with policy goals. (who.int)

The product is good and demand remains high for Utah football season tickets, amid mild grumbling about price increases and the Utes' nonconference schedules in 2019 and beyond. (sltrib.com)
Washington State is the top projected opponent on the 2019 home schedule that includes five Pac-12 teams. (sltrib.com)

One oversize page is included in the specified document fee, but additional oversize pages are $5.00 each. (in.gov)
Fees will only be assessed if they exceed the minimum billing amount of $5.00. (ncua.gov)

This fee was removed from the Fee Schedule only three months after being listed (Ikegami 2017). (who.int)

NCUA regulations concerning fees for FOIA requests can be found at 12 C.F.R. §792.19 - §792.26. (ncua.gov)
In March 2001, you will receive an invoice from NCUA for your 2001 operating fee and, if required, for the amount needed to adjust your National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund (NCUSIF) capitalization deposit to one percent of insured shares. (ncua.gov)

This year's price increases are offset somewhat by Utah's seven-game home schedule, up from six in 2018 - although Washington, USC and BYU came to Rice-Eccles Stadium last year. (sltrib.com)

Use CTRL+F or CMD+F to search for a specific fee. (lsu.edu)
Except for provisional applications, each application for a patent requires the appropriate search fee and examination fee in addition to the appropriate fees in the "Patent application filing fees" section below. (uspto.gov)
This means each fee listed as a "Basic filing fee" in the "Patent application filing fees" section should be accompanied by the appropriate search fee listed in the "Patent search fees" section as well as the appropriate examination fee listed in the "Patent examination fees" section. (uspto.gov)
The $400/$200 non-electronic filing fee (fee codes 1090/2090/3090 or 1690/2690/3690) must be paid in addition to the filing, search and examination fees, in each original nonprovisional utility application filed in paper with the USPTO. (uspto.gov)
Use the course code or course name to search for your schedule in the database. (lu.se)

According to the Congressional Research Service, congressional appropriations in fiscal year 2014 accounted for 4% of USCIS's $3.1 billion budget, with the rest coming from fees. (epi.org)
The fee is based on the nubmer of shareholders a company har per December 31st each year. (dnb.no)
His 2015 album 'Caligo' became the focal point for the year, giving Feed Me and the Teeth show a break. (axs.com)
Peter Woods, of Bluffdale, said it "didn't make sense for me to pay more money every year, especially in a year when the home schedule isn't that great. (sltrib.com)

Thompson said the earlier start will allow planners more time to strategically schedule events. (ucc.org)
It also comes with built-in Vivaldi Calendar to manage events in the browser. (wikipedia.org)

The only way to avoid payment of the non-electronic filing fee is by filing your nonprovisional utility application via EFS-Web. (uspto.gov)
This fee is payable where a Non-Member account has been terminated (that is, due to non-payment). (apnic.net)
A terminated account may be reactivated within three months of termination, subject to the payment of the Reactivation Fee and any other outstanding fees. (apnic.net)
Credit or Debit card: 2.875% additional fee is collected at time for payment. (utc.edu)
Tuition Installment Payment Plan (TIPP): Pay 1/3 of your balance and the $30.00 extension fee by deadline dates. (utc.edu)
If you do not have enough financial aid awarded to cover your fees, you are responsible for paying the balance in full or enrolling in the Tuition Installment Payment Plan (TIPP) by the deadline dates. (utc.edu)
The payment of the fees according to § 1 takes place before the beginning of the respective seminar. (uni-potsdam.de)
Proof of payment of the fee according to § 1 must be submitted to the seminar leader at the beginning of the seminar. (uni-potsdam.de)
In both SHI and LTCI, payment is basically fee-for-service. (who.int)
By setting the global revision rate, despite the fee-for-service payment, expenditures are contained to the level set by the government. (who.int)

If you require AAA office staff to complete a task that can be done through self-service, a surcharge of 5% will apply and no bulk discounts or early bird fees will be available. (alpaca.asn.au)

Any potential refunds to be paid are subject to a processing fee. (akc.org)
All payments must be paid in U.S. dollars for the full amount of the fee required. (uspto.gov)
Fee is payable by the recipient of transferred resources, except in case of transfers to other RIRs, in which case it is paid by the source APNIC Non-Member. (apnic.net)
Another office telling you their fee schedule for the code does not mean you will be paid the same. (aapc.com)
The arbitrator(s) may determine in the award that a party shall reimburse to another party any non-refundable filing fee it has paid. (finra.org)
Those who have registered in good time, have paid the required fees and have previously been accepted in a selection process that may have been carried out are eligible to participate in courses. (uni-potsdam.de)
The Conference Secretariat will acknowledge receipt of your registration and fees paid. (who.int)

The current fee schedule can be found below. (alpaca.asn.au)

The non-electronic filing fee does not apply to reissue, design, plant, or provisional applications. (uspto.gov)
Location Fees may apply. (longbeach.gov)
The obligation to pay fees also does not apply to foreign students who are studying at the University of Potsdam for a limited period as part of a university contract or a university program. (uni-potsdam.de)
These fees apply whether documents are returned by mail or e-recorded, all other fees remain the same). (navajocountyaz.gov)
The seminar is free, but we apply a no-show fee of 450 kr. (lu.se)
You pay one application fee regardless of how many programmes or courses you apply to. (lu.se)

Fee Schedule Below Includes Base Physician Rates for all Physicians except Anesthesiologists, Neonatologists and Pediatric Subspecialists. (scdhhs.gov)
Fee Schedule also includes Podiatry Rates. (scdhhs.gov)

Penalty Fee for submitting a litter registration application over 6 months after the date of birth of the litter. (akc.org)
Students accepting their Financial Aid Award package also acknowledge acceptance of tuition and fee charges assessed upon registration with the University for the upcoming term. (utc.edu)
The budget has been approved, registration fees have been set, resolutions have been submitted and the worship planning task force is making progress. (ucc.org)

Students at the University of Potsdam are not obliged to pay fees if participation in seminars of the Career Service is a compulsory component of the curriculum for the undergraduate degree courses chosen by the student. (uni-potsdam.de)
The schedule is published on Canvas and made available to admitted students approx. (lu.se)

Following a discussion of the report at ARIN 34, we are seeking additional community feedback on evolution of ARIN's Fee Schedule. (arin.net)
For more than 22 children, an additional fee of 500 SEK for an extra student guide is added. (lu.se)

USCIS is unique among large federal agencies in terms of having a fee-funded structure to fund nearly all of its operations. (epi.org)

The fees for any product or service not listed here will be determined on a case-by-case basis, but will not exceed the NCUA's actual, direct cost. (ncua.gov)
In principle, all participants in the Career Service seminars are obliged to pay a fee. (uni-potsdam.de)
Fees will be reimbursed if a course has been canceled by the Career Service. (uni-potsdam.de)

The fees subject to reduction upon establishment of small entity status (37 CFR 1.27) or micro entity status (37 CFR 1.29) are shown in separate columns. (uspto.gov)
This fee structure may be subject to change. (dnb.no)

IPv4 and IPv6 address holdings are assessed separately, and the Non-Member's annual fee is then determined as the larger of these amounts. (apnic.net)
Amounts deposited by a party shall be applied against forum fees, if any. (finra.org)
These amounts may be adjusted by the Director of Arbitration or the panel of arbitrators may require the maximum amount specified in the schedule. (finra.org)

There is a uniform schedule of fees for all proceedings concerning domain names registered in ccTLDs that have adopted the ICANN Policy or a variation thereof. (wipo.int)
The fees are in alignment with the policy that was approved by the Board of Supervisors in 2013. (az.gov)

Failure to pay APNIC fees will result in termination of the Non-Member account. (apnic.net)
A $30.00 extension fee will also be added to the student's account once the automatic enrollment is complete. (utc.edu)
The account calendar feed syncs all tasks with a due date and/or time across all projects. (todoist.com)

Open the project you want to view in your calendar. (todoist.com)

Archive for Calendar Project Website issues. (mozilla.org)
Clearing and Settlement fees applied by the official clearing and settlement partner of the Budapest Stock Exchange can be found on the website of KELER and KELER CCP . (bse.hu)

With the shorter schedule each day we have extended the week to afford time for affinity groups and optional gatherings," Thompson said. (ucc.org)

It is the student's responsibility to drop/withdraw from classes to prevent the assessment of fees and to avoid the risk of receiving a failing grade in a course not taken. (utc.edu)

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Pharmacist compensation for ambulatory patient care services. (1/74)

Health care reform in Japan: the virtues of muddling through. (2/74)

Trends in Medicaid physician fees, 1993-1998. (3/74)

Medicare program; replacement of reasonable charge methodology by fee schedules for parenteral and enteral nutrients, equipment, and supplies. Final rule. (4/74)

Medicare program; civil money penalties, assessments, and revised sanction authorities. Final rule with comment period. (5/74)

Medicare program; revisions to payment policies and five-year review of and adjustments to the relative value units under the physician fee schedule for calendar year 2002. Final rule with comment period. (6/74)

Medicare program; fee schedule for payment of ambulance services and revisions to the physician certification requirements for coverage of nonemergency ambulance services. Final rule with comment period. (7/74)

Medicare program; criteria for submitting supplemental practice expense survey data under the physician fee schedule. Interim final rule with comment period. (8/74)

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