E/M Coding Alert - 2009 Issue 1
Industry Notes: CMS Waives 5 Additional Lab Tests
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Article Overview
This article covers a CMS transmittal affecting CLIA-waived laboratory testing and a separate mention of possible expansion of diagnostic testing coverage for cancer patients’ PET scans. It is useful for coding professionals and compliance staff who track laboratory test status, modifier usage, and CMS coverage updates.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps readers stay current on CMS laboratory testing updates and recognize when federal guidance may affect reporting and compliance workflows. It also flags a related coverage topic in oncologic imaging that may warrant closer review.
What You Will Learn
- What CMS updated in its laboratory testing guidance
- Which broad categories of tests were affected by the CMS transmittal
- Why CLIA-waived status updates matter for coding and compliance
- What related diagnostic coverage topic was mentioned alongside the lab update
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Compliance professionals
- Laboratory managers
- Revenue cycle teams
Codes Discussed
Modifiers Discussed
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