tci Part B Insider - 2008 Issue 25

READER QUESTION: Learn Foolproof Drug Wastage Calculation

CMS offers guidance for this tricky taskQuestion: When we code for drug wastage, I-m always concerned we-ll make an error. I have heard that there is an easy way to accurately calculate wastage. Can you shed any light on this? Answer: The key to accurately calculating drug wastage begins with knowing which drugs are single-dose vials and when you should expect waste to occur.There is a simple formula you can use that applies to all drugs from a single-dose vial:Step 1: Add the dose given and the amount wasted to determine the total amount.Step 2: Divide the...

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