DR. MAXWELL TANYI FOHTUNG
NPI 1982088571
General Practice in Saint Louis, MO

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Maxwell Fohtung is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Maxwell Fohtung is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

• Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

• PECOS PAC ID: 4880908474

  What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
  A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

• PECOS Enrollment ID: I20221121001125

  What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
  The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

• Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

  What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
  When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
  A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

• Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Collagen dressing, sterile, size 16 sq. in. or less, each (HCPCS:A6021)

  1 DME suppliers used 24 Medicare Claims 402 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, each dressing (HCPCS:A6196)

  2 DME suppliers used 101 Medicare Claims 1958 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Gauze, non-impregnated, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6219)

  2 DME suppliers used 410 Medicare Claims 9729 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Gauze, non-impregnated, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., with any size adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6220)

  1 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 274 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Gauze, impregnated with other than water, normal saline, or hydrogel, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6222)

  2 DME suppliers used 53 Medicare Claims 866 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Gauze, impregnated with other than water, normal saline, or hydrogel, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in., but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6223)

  1 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 260 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Hydrogel dressing, wound filler, gel, per fluid ounce (HCPCS:A6248)

  1 DME suppliers used 18 Medicare Claims 60 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Specialty absorptive dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6252)

  2 DME suppliers used 34 Medicare Claims 653 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Gauze, impregnated, other than water, normal saline, or zinc paste, sterile, any width, per linear yard (HCPCS:A6266)

  1 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 480 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Gauze, non-impregnated, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6402)

  1 DME suppliers used 19 Medicare Claims 718 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Conforming bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, sterile, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard (HCPCS:A6446)

  2 DME suppliers used 94 Medicare Claims 3406 Services Paid

• DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

  Light compression bandage, elastic, knitted/woven, width greater than or equal to five inches, per yard (HCPCS:A6450)

  1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 195 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Application of chemical to stop tissue regrowth in wound

This procedure involves applying a special chemical to a wound to prevent unwanted tissue from growing back. It aids in proper healing by ensuring only healthy tissue regrows. It's a common, safe practice in wound care.

This service was performed 216 times for 62 patients

Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.

This service was performed 13 times for 13 patients

Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.

This service was performed 88 times for 88 patients

Initial nursing facility care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is a daily check-up to monitor your health status. This service, lasting typically 25 minutes, involves a nurse assessing your overall wellbeing, discussing concerns, and updating your care plan as needed.

This service was performed 19 times for 19 patients

Initial nursing facility care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is a daily check-up to monitor your health status. This service, lasting typically 25 minutes, involves a nurse assessing your overall wellbeing, discussing concerns, and updating your care plan as needed.

This service was performed 28 times for 28 patients

Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less

This procedure involves the surgical removal of a specified area (20.0 sq cm or less) of muscle and/or tissue. It's typically done to treat conditions like tumors, infections, or injuries. Local or general anesthesia ensures comfort. Recovery time varies.

This service was performed 89 times for 32 patients

Removal of muscle and/or tissue, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less

This procedure involves the removal of muscle and/or tissue, typically to treat disease or injury. An additional 20.0 square cm or less of tissue may be removed if necessary. The process is performed by a skilled medical professional to ensure your safety and recovery.

This service was performed 82 times for 15 patients

Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less

This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.

This service was performed 23 times for 16 patients

Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less

This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.

This service was performed 790 times for 165 patients

Removal of skin and tissue, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less

This procedure involves the removal of skin and tissue, typically due to disease, injury, or abnormal growth. Each session removes an area of 20.0 square cm or less. It's performed by a trained professional and may require multiple sessions for larger areas.

This service was performed 502 times for 64 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

This service was performed 50 times for 34 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

This service was performed 1,666 times for 249 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

This service was performed 24 times for 19 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

This service was performed 343 times for 173 patients

Overall MIPS Quality Performance

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program under the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and has an overall final score of 81.6, based on four performance areas: quality, improvement activities, promoting interoperability, and cost. The purpose of this information is to help people with Medicare make informed decisions and incentivize doctors and clinicians to maximize performance.

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) is a way providers could use to participate in CMS Quality Payment Program (QPP). The MIPS program affects clinician reimbursement for Part B covered professional services and also rewards them for improving the quality of patient care and outcomes.

• Final Score: 81.6 out of 100

  The MIPS program evaluates providers across multiple categories with a specific weight for each category resulting a in a MIPS final score that ranges from 0 to 100 points. The MIPS Final Score determines whether providers receive a negative, neutral or positive MIPS payment adjustment.
  
  

• Quality Score: 75.44

  The Quality category assesses providers performance on clinical practices and patient outcomes under the traditional MIPS program. The quality measures help identify the quality of healthcare processes, outcomes, and patient experiences. The Quality measure category comprises 40% of a provider's final MIPS score.
  
  There are six collection types for MIPS quality measures: Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs), MIPS Clinical Quality Measures (CQMs), Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) Measures, Medicare Part B claims measures, CMS Web Interface measures and The Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for MIPS Survey.
  
  

• Promoting Interoperability Score: 100

  The Interoperability category measures the providers ability to use technology to exchange and make use of healthcare information in a way that is less burdensome and improves outcomes. The Interoperability measure category comprises 25% of a provider's final MIPS score.
  
  The MIPS Interoperability measure focuses on the use of certified electronic health record technology (CEHRT) to improve patient access health information, the exchange of information between clinicians and pharmacies and the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of healthcare data.

• Improvement Activities Score: 40

  The Improvement Activities performance category evaluates the providers participation in clinical activities that support the improvement of clinical practice, care delivery, and outcomes. Providers have the option to choose 2 to 4 activities from an inventory of over 100 improvement activities. Providers typically choose the activities that best fit their needs. The improvement activities measure category comprises 15% of a provider's final MIPS score.
  
  The Improvement measures aim to better patient engagement, patient safety and other areas of patient care. The Improvement Activities category comprises 15% of a provider's final MIPS score.

• Cost Score: 29.89

  The Cost performance category assesses the amount and types of services provided and how clinicians coordinate care and seek improvement of health outcomes by ensuring patients receive the appropriate services.
  
  Although providers don't determine the price of healthcare services they are important in delivering high-quality care at a reasonable cost. The Cost measures category comprises 20% of a provider's final MIPS score.

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