CV ASC Registry Education-Seq#15605 (Facility Classification Type) (1)

Seq#15605 (Facility Classification Type) (1)

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Facilities categorize cardiovascular procedures as either ambulatory surgical centers (ASC) or office-based labs (OBL) based on local and state regulations. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services define an ASC as a standalone facility offering diagnostic and surgical services on an outpatient basis. In contrast, an OBL is a location where healthcare professionals offer examinations and treatments for illnesses or injuries on an outpatient basis. If unsure about the facility's classification, internal discussions are advised for coding support.

Keywords

cardiovascular procedures

ambulatory surgical centers

ASC

office-based labs

OBL