How Torn Biceps Happens. The tendon near the elbow is strained or torn when an athlete's arm absorbs an unexpected amount of force (e.g. a skier or snowboarder breaking a fall) or during a forceful pushing motion.
Medicare covers many home health services, such as physical therapy and intermittent nursing care, through its Part A hospital coverage and Part B medical coverage. Not all services qualify, and patients must meet eligibility requirements, including certification from a doctor that home treatment is necessary.
The logic for determining the primary (first-listed) diagnosis for Medicare home health claims, OASIS M0230/M0240 (Diagnoses and Severity Index), and the HCFA-485 (Plan of Care) remains unchanged under home health prospective payment (PPS).