tci Part B Insider - 2014 Issue 26

Part B Coding Coach: CCI Takes Aim at Urology Codes

Good news: Most new edit pairs will allow a modifier. Round three of the 2014 Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) edits bring several bundles that you need to watch out for or you’ll face denials on your urology claims. CCI version 20.2 took effect on July 1, 2014, and our experts have scoured the changes to give you this rundown of the edits your urology practices needs to learn.  Watch for Skin Excision Additions You will find that CCI 20.2 makes column 1 codes 17000 (Destruction [e.g., laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement], premalignant...

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