AHA Coding Clinic® for HCPCS - 2004 Quarter 3; FOR your INFORMATION
New technology APC assignment for the treatment of fecal incontinence
HCPCS code C9716 , Creation of thermal anal lesions by radiofrequency energy, is reported for the treatment of fecal incontinence. This procedure involves the application of radiofrequency energy to the internal sphincter complex of the anus. Effective July 1, 2004, this service was assigned to new technology APC 1519. HCPCS code C9716 is assigned to payment status indicator “S”. ...
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Article Overview
This premium article covers a Medicare outpatient payment update related to a fecal incontinence treatment service, including the HCPCS code involved, the effective date of the assignment, and the APC and payment status indicator referenced. It is relevant for hospital outpatient coders, billing staff, reimbursement teams, and anyone tracking outpatient prospective payment changes and new technology APC assignments.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding APC assignment changes helps facilities keep outpatient billing and payment workflows current for services tied to evolving technology. This article is useful for teams reviewing Medicare payment status, service classification, and effective-date updates.
What You Will Learn
- Which Medicare outpatient payment topic the article addresses
- What service area the update concerns
- What effective date is mentioned
- Which payment classification references are included
Who Should Read This
- Hospital outpatient coders
- Medical billing staff
- Reimbursement specialists
- Revenue cycle professionals
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