Which of the following statements about ABNs is true?

The statement that ABNs, or Advance Beneficiary Notices of Noncoverage, are not needed for services never covered by Medicare is indeed accurate. ABNs are specifically designed to inform Medicare beneficiaries when a service may not be covered by Medicare due to various reasons, such as the nature of the service or the circumstances surrounding its provision. If a service is known not to be covered by Medicare at all, there is no need to issue an ABN, as the patient is already aware that payment will not come from Medicare regardless.

This clarifies the purpose of ABNs in the context of healthcare services: they serve to protect the patient by informing them about potential out-of-pocket costs when a service may not be reimbursed. Understanding the nuances of when an ABN is required helps healthcare providers navigate billing and compliance effectively.