Notification Requirements for Outpatient Diagnostic Tests
Type of Admission | Notification Requirement |
|---|---|
Nonemergency | As soon as possible, but at least 48 hours before the test being performed |
Emergency | Within 48 hours of the test being performed |
Outpatient Financial Penalty
Notification | Definition | Penalty |
|---|---|---|
No Notification | Notification occurs more than 48 hours after an emergency test is done | A $100 penalty is applied |