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FROM: Sturgess, Frances Coulter
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SUBJECT: Good news! MediCal Bible refs brfdg svcs
DATE: 01-29-98 18:47 EST
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That cryptic subject title means that the MediCal
provider manual update for January is out and
SPECIFICALLY DEFINES AND INCLUDES BENEFITS FOR
BREASTFEEDING WOMEN under *reimbursable nutrition
counseling services*!!!!!
"Nutritional counseling services related to breast
feeding are Medi-Cal benefits. These services may
be rendered by a physician, a registered nurse,
or a registered dietitian working under the
supervision of a physician, Registered Dietitiansd
working under the supervision of a physician must bill
these services as physician services. Providers should
bill these services with the CPT-4 Evaluation and
Management code that most accurately reflects the
level of service provided.
Reimbursable nutrition services that support breast feeding
include,*but are NOT limited to*
Persistent discomfort to the woman while breastfeeding,
Infant weight gain concerns, Milk extraction,
suck dysfunctions of the infant"
No, it doesn't say "lactation consultant" and no, they
don't pay much (this is the government sponsored health
insurance/reimbursment for care for low-income folks)
but its a start. Hurrah to everyone who worked to get
it this far!!!
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