Prepare for 4 new E/M, virtual-care modifiers to facilitate claims monitoring

Why This Topic Matters

The article matters because these new modifiers affect how practices identify certain E/M and telehealth services on claims and how CMS monitors utilization and program integrity. It helps readers assess whether their workflows, documentation, and staff training need to change for the new reporting environment.

Article Sections

1. Overview of the 2022 modifier changes

   Introduces the new reporting updates CMS released for 2022 and explains the general reason they were added. It also frames the article as a preparation guide for staff and claims workflows.

2. 4 modifiers in focus

   Summarizes the four modifiers discussed in the article and the broad service categories they relate to. This section provides the main topical breakdown of the page.

3. Watch for additional details

   Describes CMS’s broader monitoring and program integrity goals and notes that additional guidance may be issued later. It also emphasizes staff training and compliance preparation.

4. Resources

   Lists external CMS reference materials cited by the article for further review.