Are hospital outpatient departments exempt from the OBE Policy?
Yes. Please review FAQ #12 on this page for more information. • What is the definition of a “hospital outpatient department?” A: In order to be considered a hospital outpatient department, you must be a Medi-Cal provider type 15 (Community Hospital Outpatient) or 61 (County Hospital Outpatient) as defined by CCR 22 § 51112. Providers may call the Telephone Service Center (TSC) at 1-800-541-5555, or e-mail the Provider Enrollment Division for more information.
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