Why must I pay BHF for this practice number?

It has been recognised by the PCNS Advisory Forum that the system should be jointly funded on an equitable not-for-profit basis, by healthcare service providers and medical schemes, since these are the two parties who enjoy the benefits of the system. A nominal annual subscription to PCNS allows healthcare service providers who are registered with the relevant authority the use of a unique practice number, which guarantees up to date information to medical schemes and administrators, thereby facilitating more prompt billing and reimbursement. Annual PCNS subscription also entitles providers to the following services:

• Access to support services from the Client Services Division;
• Problem resolution pertaining to Recommended Scale of Benefit (RSOB) code description and application thereof for reimbursement;
• Guidance and appropriate referral on the use of new Recommended Scale of Benefit codes and descriptions; and
• Verification of your practice details for billing purposes.