Ask-the-Contractor Teleconference (ACT)
WPS Medicare is pleased to announce the date for our next Ask-the-Contractor Teleconference (ACT). We have scheduled our next ACT for September 10, 2008, at 9:00 am Central Time. This teleconference will last one and one half hours. WPS Medicare no longer publishes a topic for the ACT; instead, we encourage providers and billing staff to call with any Medicare questions they deem appropriate.
We will approach the call much in the same way CMS approaches their valuable Open Door Forums, promoting a forum that is less structured, and encourages providers and billing staff to ask whatever they choose, as long as it pertains to Medicare. We look forward to your participation in these calls!
What are Ask-the-Contractor Teleconferences (ACTs)?
The Medicare Modernization Act (MMA) requires Medicare contractors to hold Ask-the-Contractor Teleconferences (ACTs). This requirement is based on CMS' goal of giving those who provide service to beneficiaries, the information they need to: understand the Medicare program; be informed often and early about changes; and, in the end bill correctly.
The ACT promotes valuable interaction between the Medicare Contractor (WPS) and Medicare providers and their billing staff. As stated previously, we modeled our ACTs after CMS Open Door Forums. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and raise concerns. Contractor staff is available during the call to provide education, program updates, answer questions, and take feedback. In addition, we will provide necessary follow-up to any issues that cannot be resolved during the call time.
WPS Medicare encourages providers to participate in this important educational activity. You can access a recording of the ACT teleconference on this Website following the event.
| Please Note: No Registration is Necessary Ask the Contractor Teleconference We will conduct our next Ask the Contractor Teleconference (ACT) on Wednesday, September 10, 2008. You will need the following information to participate in the call: Topic: Ask-the-Contractor Teleconference (ACT) * Remember you can access a recording of this session on our Website following the teleconference. |
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