APC Payment Insider, July 2009
APC Payment Insider, July 1, 2009
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In this issue we look at CMS’ recent decision to expand coverage of testing for obstructive sleep apena.
Inside:
• Angioplasty and atherectomy: Report services separately only when performed in different vessels
• Blood collection: Package with infusion when performed same day
• Discontinued: Use modifier –74 only if none of the planned procedures are performed
• IV infusions and injections: Understand hierarchy to code correctly
• CT abdomen and lumbar scans: Charging for procedure not performed is inappropriate
• CT abdomen and lumbar scans: Note whether study is with or without contrast
• Lumbar myelograms: Charge for contrast once when multiple procedures are performed
• Status indicators Q1, Q2, Q3: Know when to add modifier –25
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