Code of Massachusetts Regulations
101 CMR - EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Title 101 CMR 320.00 - Rates for Clinical Laboratory Services
Section 320.01 - General Provisions
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
(1) Scope and Purpose. 101 CMR 320.00 governs the payment rates for clinical laboratory services rendered to publicly aided individuals. The rates set forth in 101 CMR 320.00 do not apply to individuals covered by M.G.L. c. 152 (the Workers' Compensation Act). Rates for services rendered to such individuals are set forth in 114.3 CMR 40.00: Rates for Services under M.G.L. c. 152, Workers' Compensation Act.
(2) Applicable Dates of Service. Rates contained in 101 CMR 320.00 apply for dates of service provided on or after September 1, 2024.
(3) Coverage. The payment rates in 101 CMR 320.00 are full compensation for clinical laboratory services rendered to publicly aided individuals.
(4) Coding Updates and Corrections. EOHHS may publish procedure code updates and corrections in the form of an administrative bulletin. Updates may reference coding systems including, but not limited to, the American Medical Association's Current Procedural Terminology (CPT). The publication of such updates and corrections lists
(5) Administrative Bulletins. EOHHS may issue administrative bulletins to:
(6) Disclaimer of Authorization of Services. 101 CMR 320.00 is neither authorization for nor approval of the substantive services for which rates are determined pursuant to 101 CMR 320.00. governmental units that purchase care are responsible for the definition, authorization, and approval of care and services extended to publicly aided individuals.