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Let this CCI Primer Make You an Edit-File Pro

Missing modifier could mean missing legitimate lab test pay. What do you have to lose if you don’t understand Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) edit lingo? How about procedure pay, fraud protection, and denial defense. Check out these top three frequently asked questions -- and expert answers -- to increase your CCI know-how. 1. What Is a CCI Edit? Every quarter CCI puts [...]
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