decision health Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2016 Issue 4 (April)Physician TipSheet: New G codes and fees for Medicare's Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement model Subscribe or sign in to view the full article.
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Article Overview
This short article alerts readers to a Medicare-focused coding update tied to the Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement model. It is aimed at practices and coding staff who follow Medicare program changes, effective dates, and related fee updates.
Why This Topic Matters
Readers monitoring Medicare payment and reporting changes may need to know that new HCPCS G codes and associated fees are being introduced for a specific care model on a defined effective date.
What You Will Learn
The article’s Medicare care-model context That the update involves new HCPCS G codes That related fees and an effective date are part of the notice Who the update is intended for
Who Should Read This
Physician practices Medical coders Billing staff Revenue cycle professionals Medicare compliance staff
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