Change Request Detail
No.
863
Date
3/1/2004
Submitter
Type of Request
Professional Claim (HCFA 1500)
Status
DSMO Process Completed
Business Reason
This information was, in the past, specifically used by Medicare Part B for processing ambulance claims. Medicare is no longer using this information and we (American Ambulance Association and CMS) are requesting that it be removed from the Professional implementation guide.
Suggestion
CR103 Loop 2300 - Ambulance Transport Code
The request is to completely remove this data element from the Professional IG. NOTE: it is not applicable for the Institutional and Dental guides.

CR103 Loop 2400 - Ambulance Transport Code
The request is to completely remove this data element from the Professional IG. NOTE: it is not applicable for the Institutional and Dental guides.
DSMO Category
B
Recommendation
Approve.  The DSMO agree that CR103 should be identified as "not used" and that the CR109 note be changed.
Appeal Recommendation