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Have You Mastered Using Modifier KX on Pacemaker Claims? July 7 Is Implementation Day

Be sure you understand what appending this modifier indicates to your payer. If your practice reports pacemaker insertion/replacement codes 33206-33208, studying Medicare’s latest instructions for reporting these codes is a must. Here’s a look at the latest list of covered diagnoses and an easy-to-overlook modifier requirement. Use Transmittal to Comply With National Coverage Determination In February, CMS issued Transmittal 2872, [...]
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