1. Superbills

2. History of Superbills
Before the Superbill was created, billers and coders had to translate the patient chart note from medical terminology into codes, just like you experienced a few minutes ago.
The creation of the Superbill allowed practitioners to "check off" common procedures performed and a space to input the patient diagnosis.

3. What is a Superbill?
The Superbill lists of the diagnoses, procedures, and charges for a patient's visit
The Superbill is then attached to the patient health record and used by the biller/coder to create the claim for reimbursement processing.

4. By Any Other Name The Superbill is also known as: encounter form,
charge slip, or
routing slip

5. Superbills may also contain:
A checklist of managed care plans under contract and other guidelines
The patient's prior balance, if any
Check boxes to indicate the timing and need for a follow-up appointment to be scheduled