MEANS TEST BILLING CLOCK (351)    FILE (1)

Name Value
NAME MEANS TEST BILLING CLOCK
DESCRIPTION
DO NOT delete entries in this file.  DO NOT edit data in this file
conversion that took place when v1.5 was installed.  Entries are
subsequently updated and created by Integrated Billing.
 
Entries in this file should not be deleted.  Billing clocks which
are not correct will be cancelled, and new clocks may be added.
 
Per VHA Directive 10-93-142, this file definition should not be modified.
with VA File Manager.
 
This file was introduced with v1.5 of Integrated Billing in
conjunction with the automation of bills for Means Test
charges.  The file is used to create and maintain billing clocks in
which Means Test patients may be charged co-payment and per diem
charges for Hospital or Nursing Home Care, as well as outpatient
visits.  This file was initially populated by the Means Test data