POS 24: Ambulatory Surgical Center
Outpatient surgeries at a free-standing ASC (not hospital-owned).
CMS description
“A freestanding facility, other than a physician's office, where surgical and diagnostic services are provided on an ambulatory basis.”
When to use POS 24
Outpatient surgeries at a free-standing ASC (not hospital-owned).
Reimbursement
ASC fee schedule applies (separate from hospital outpatient prospective payment system).
Common billing issues
- Confused with POS 22 (On-Campus Hospital Outpatient) when the ASC is hospital-owned
Frequently asked questions
What is POS 24?
Ambulatory Surgical Center. A freestanding facility, other than a physician's office, where surgical and diagnostic services are provided on an ambulatory basis.
When do I use POS 24?
Outpatient surgeries at a free-standing ASC (not hospital-owned).
How does POS 24 affect reimbursement?
ASC fee schedule applies (separate from hospital outpatient prospective payment system).
What are common POS 24 billing issues?
Confused with POS 22 (On-Campus Hospital Outpatient) when the ASC is hospital-owned.
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