Reference Subsystem; Clause Samples
The Reference Subsystem clause defines a specific part or component of a larger system that serves as the standard or benchmark for performance, compatibility, or integration purposes. In practice, this clause identifies which subsystem will be used as the reference point for testing, validation, or comparison, ensuring that all parties are aligned on the technical baseline. Its core function is to provide a clear and agreed-upon standard within the contract, reducing ambiguity and potential disputes regarding system requirements or performance expectations.
Reference Subsystem;. Claims Processing Subsystem (to include Encounter Data);
Reference Subsystem;. The reference subsystem maintains pricing files for procedures and drugs, and maintains other general reference information such as diagnoses, edit/audit criteria, edit dispositions and reimbursement parameters/modifiers. The reference subsystem provides a consolidated source of reference information which is accessed by the MIS during the performance of other functions, including Claims and encounter processing, TPL processing and utilization/quality reporting functions. The Contractor’s reference subsystem shall contain such items as maintenance of procedure codes/NDC codes and diagnosis codes, identification of pricing files, maintenance of edit and audit criteria. The contractor must maintain sufficient reference data (NDC codes, HCPCS, CPT4, Revenue codes, etc.) to accurately process fee for service claims and develop encounter data for transmission to the Department as well as support Department required reporting.
Reference Subsystem;. The reference subsystem maintains pricing files for procedures and drugs, and maintains other general reference information such as diagnoses, edit/audit criteria, edit dispositions and reimbursement parameters/modifiers. The reference subsystem provides a consolidated source of reference information which is accessed by the MIS during the performance of other functions, including Claims and encounter processing, TPL processing and utilization/quality reporting functions. The Contractor’s reference subsystem shall contain such items as maintenance of procedure codes/NDC codes and diagnosis codes, identification of pricing files, maintenance of edit and audit criteria.
Reference Subsystem;. The reference function maintains pricing files for procedures and drugs including Mental/Behavioral Health Drugs and maintains other general reference information such as diagnoses and reimbursement parameters/modifiers. The reference function provides a consolidated source of reference information which is accessed by the MIS during performance of other functions, including claims and encounter processing, TPL processing and utilization/quality reporting functions. The contractor must maintain sufficient reference data (NDC codes, HCPCS, CPT4, Revenue codes, etc.) to accurately process fee for service claims and develop encounter data for transmission to the Department as well as support Department required reporting.
A. Inputs The inputs to the Reference Data Maintenance function are:
1. NDC codes
2. CMS - HCPCS updates
3. ICD-9-CM or 10 and DSM III diagnosis and procedure updates 4. ADA (dental) codes