DecisionHealth, DecisionHealth - 2009 Issue 11 (November)

Benchmark of the Week: PQRI modifier usage in 2008

Don't be surprised when you find that 80% of your Physician Quality Reporting Initiative (PQRI) modifier usage involves 8P (action not performed, reason not otherwise specified). Using the modifier may seem as if you're getting a bonus for not performing the intended quality service - but CMS says there are several instances where use of 8P is appropriate (see story).

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