E/M Coding Alert - 2012 Issue 23
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Article Overview
This short article covers a CMS notice about the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) and the National Provider Identifier (NPI) Registry. It explains that a prior performance problem has been resolved and highlights general user guidance related to search session timing. The piece is relevant to providers, billing staff, and administrators who rely on the NPI Registry for routine lookups and enrollment-related tasks.
Why This Topic Matters
Accurate NPI Registry access affects day-to-day provider identification and administrative workflows. Readers who use CMS tools will want to know that service has been restored and that session behavior may still affect searches.
What You Will Learn
- That CMS issued an update about NPPES/NPI Registry availability.
- That the article includes general guidance for using the registry search pages.
- That the notice is relevant to users who rely on CMS provider enumeration tools.
- The type of operational issue CMS reported and how it was addressed at a high level.
Who Should Read This
- Medical billers
- Coders
- Practice administrators
- Provider enrollment staff
- Healthcare office managers
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