Place of Service · POS 53
POS 53: Community Mental Health Center
CMHC services billing.
Code
53
Name
Community Mental Health Center
CMS description
“A facility that provides comprehensive mental health services, including outpatient, day treatment, psychiatric emergency, and partial hospitalization services.”
When to use POS 53
CMHC services billing.
Reimbursement
CMHC-specific Medicare benefit category.
Common billing issues
- CMHC eligibility verification
Frequently asked questions
What is POS 53?
Community Mental Health Center. A facility that provides comprehensive mental health services, including outpatient, day treatment, psychiatric emergency, and partial hospitalization services.
When do I use POS 53?
CMHC services billing.
How does POS 53 affect reimbursement?
CMHC-specific Medicare benefit category.
What are common POS 53 billing issues?
CMHC eligibility verification.
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Sources
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