CMS discusses RACs, ICD-10, and wage indexes
Briefings on Coding Compliance Strategies, June 1, 2009
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During its most recent Open Door Forum, held May 6, CMS discussed several inpatient-related topics, including the fiscal year 2010 IPPS proposed rule the agency released May 1 and updates about the recovery audit contractor program, ICD-10, and wage indexes.
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