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Don't Miss These Modifier 25 Changes With CCI 19.2

Published on Thu Jul 25, 2013

Tip: Verify that your billing can support two true services. CCI version 19.2 that just went into effect July 1, 2013, adds more layers to further complicate when an otolaryngologist reports the use of an E/M service with minor procedures, specifically when you include modifier 25 (Significant, separately identifiable evaluation and management service by the same physician or other qualified [...]
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