tci General Surgery Coding Alert - 2018 Issue 6

CCI 24.1: Don't Stumble on 38573, 45395 Bundles

Know when '0' means 'no.' If you're getting suspicious denials for laparoscopic lymphadenectomy or proctectomy procedures, you might be caught in the web of new Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) edits that became effective April 1. Check out the following code bundles you need to know, as well as "modifier indicator" tips to help you maneuver the present CCI coding landscape. Forget About Modifier 59 With Proctectomy Bundles The latest edition of CCI changes the modifier indicator on the following bundles to "0," which means you can no longer separate the edits under anycircumstances, even when using a...

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