What are services provided under a physician's direct supervision that can be billed under Medicare called?

Services provided under a physician's direct supervision that can be billed under Medicare are known as incident-to services. This terminology is used to describe medical services or procedures that are performed by non-physician practitioners (such as nurse practitioners or physician assistants) but are considered part of the physician's overall care plan. For billing to Medicare, these services must be performed in the presence of the physician or under their supervision, ensuring that they align with the comprehensive care provided by the physician. This classification allows for the inclusion of these services in the physician's reimbursement, which helps streamline patient care and improve access to necessary medical services.

The other choices do not accurately describe this billing practice within the Medicare framework. Direct services typically refer to services provided directly by a physician or practitioner without the need for supervision. Consultative services indicate a different type of encounter, where one provider seeks specialist advice but does not encompass the collaborative care framework of incident-to services. Supplemental services generally refer to additional services that are provided to enhance or complement primary care and do not have the same specific context or requirements as incident-to services.