1. What is Global End Date?

The Global End Date represents the last day of the global surgical period, which begins on the day of surgery. This period includes all necessary services related to the surgery that are included in the global surgical package.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• \( Surgery\ Date \) — The date when the surgical procedure was performed
• \( Global\ Days \) — The number of days in the global period (typically 0, 10, or 90 days depending on the procedure)

3. Importance of Global Period Calculation

Details: Accurate calculation of the global period is crucial for proper billing and coding of postoperative services. Services provided during the global period are generally included in the surgical payment.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the surgery date and the number of global days (typically 0, 10, or 90 days depending on the procedure). The calculator will determine the last day of the global period.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are typical global periods?
A: Global periods are typically 0, 10, or 90 days depending on the complexity of the procedure.

Q2: Does the day of surgery count as day 0 or day 1?
A: The day of surgery is day 0. The global period begins the day after surgery.

Q3: Are all services during the global period included?
A: Most postoperative services related to the surgery are included, but unrelated services or complications may be billed separately.

Q4: How are weekends and holidays handled?
A: All calendar days are counted in the global period, including weekends and holidays.

Q5: What if the global period crosses month boundaries?
A: The calculator properly accounts for month lengths and leap years when calculating the end date.