ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2023 Issue 6
Industry Notes: Prepare to Stop Using CR Modifier and DR Code Starting May 12
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Article Overview
This industry note summarizes CMS reminders for providers and coding staff about COVID-19 public health emergency claim reporting as the emergency winds down. It focuses on Medicare-related guidance, the role of CMS manuals and FAQs, and the need to review post-PHE waiver and flexibility policies across Medicare billing settings.
Why This Topic Matters
Providers and coders need to know when temporary emergency-related claim reporting practices should stop so claims remain aligned with current CMS policy. The article is relevant to teams managing Medicare billing, compliance updates, and post-emergency policy transitions.
What You Will Learn
- How CMS is handling temporary COVID-19 public health emergency claim reporting guidance
- What categories of Medicare billing policy are affected by the end of the PHE
- Which CMS resources are referenced for reviewing post-PHE waiver and flexibility updates
- Why billing teams should review claim reporting policies as emergency guidance expires
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Compliance professionals
- Revenue cycle teams
- Medicare providers
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