CCI code swaps put higher-priced joint scope codes in Column 1

Why This Topic Matters

CCI updates can affect how claims are reviewed, whether procedures are bundled, and whether practices need to review prior claims or audit exposure. Understanding the scope of the quarterly changes helps coders and billers follow current Medicare editing logic and identify edits that may need further review.

Article Sections

1. CCI code swaps put higher-priced joint scope codes in Column 1

   Overview of the quarterly National Correct Coding Initiative update and the general type of code-pair changes discussed in the article.

2. CCI 'Swapped Code' edits for orthopedic procedures

   Table-style listing of orthopedic procedure pair swaps and their effective dates under the Version 14.2 update.

3. New edits bundle bone marrow aspiration

   Summary of additional bundling edits affecting bone marrow aspiration and other procedure groups, including spine-related and ECG-related edit categories.