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How to document medical necessity
June 14, 2026
Proper documentation supports medical necessity—and proper reimbursement.
Key Takeaways
- How medical necessity is interpreted directly affects how services can be billed and whether your patients’ insurance will cover them.
- The most common question of medical necessity involves fundus photography and retinal scans.
- If you provide services to patients that may not be covered, be sure to obtain an Advanced Beneficiary Notice.
- AOA members can find essential guidance, online tools and educational content to master accurate medical recordkeeping, documentation and coding.