AHA Coding Clinic® for HCPCS - 2012 Quarter 4; For your Information
New HCPCS Modifiers
CMS has created 2 new HCPCS modifiers that became effective January 1, 2013. The new modifiers are: HCPCS Modifier HCPCS Long Descriptor LM Left main coronary artery RI Ramus intermedius coronary artery ...
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Article Overview
This article covers a small HCPCS update from CMS introducing new modifiers and noting their effective date. It is relevant to coding professionals who track code set changes, payer guidance, and annual updates to medical coding resources.
Why This Topic Matters
Keeping current with HCPCS changes helps coding and billing teams maintain accurate claim processing and reference materials when new modifiers are added by CMS.
What You Will Learn
- Which federal coding authority issued the update
- What general type of HCPCS change is discussed
- When the update became effective
- Which broad anatomical concepts the new modifiers relate to
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Billing staff
- Revenue cycle professionals
- Compliance teams
Modifiers Discussed
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