00439

Authorization Information

2003-08-22
Definition: Based on the type of insurance, some coverage plans require that an authorization number or code be obtained prior to all non-emergency admissions, and within 48 hours of an emergency admission. Insurance billing would not be permitted without this number. The date and source of authorization are the components of this field.
Length≤239
3 components
1O-Authorization Number
2O-Date
3O-Source