Face-to-Face Encounter
Required patient encounter associated with establishing eligibility for Medicare home health.
Definition
A Face-to-Face Encounter is a required patient encounter associated with establishing eligibility for Medicare home health services under applicable requirements.
Why it matters
Appropriate documentation of the encounter supports the patient's home health eligibility and certification process.
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