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Old 12-04-2008, 02:39 PM
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The 2009 codes became eff. on CMS wesite as of 10/31/08-when can we use new codes listed? Jan 2009 or eff. ASAP?I get conflicting answers?
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Old 12-04-2008, 02:56 PM
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The CPT and HCPCS codes and the fee schedule info may get published ahead of time but the 2009 version isn't effective or valid to use until 1-1-09 date of service.
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Old 12-04-2008, 04:38 PM
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Old 12-05-2008, 10:52 AM
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CPT is January. ICD-9 is October.
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