Will Medicare pay for physician services and vaccine administration provided outside the normal setting (e.g., shelters)?
Yes. Physician services and flu vaccinations can be provided in a wide range of locations. Physicians must enroll with the Medicare carrier or Medicare Administrative Contractor that processes claims for the area where the service is performed and the appropriate place of service (POS) code must be indicated on the claim.
Last Reviewed: 11/02/2009
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