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Appeal Insurance Denials and Get the Reimbursement You Deserve

Question: As a medical coder working in a neurosurgical practice, I often encounter frequent insurance denials on procedures like 63030 and 63042, even when performed at different spinal levels. What are the best steps I can take to effectively appeal these denials and improve our chances of getting reimbursed? Arizona Subscriber Answer: Dealing with denials can be frustrating, but following [...]
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