Oncology & Hematology Coding Alert
Scope Out the Top 10 HCPCS Changes That Could Be Coming Your Way
If your practice is using Zaltrap or Kyprolis, stay tuned for coding updates.
The process for deciding the new 2014 HCPCS codes is well underway, and early signs suggest oncology and hematology coders will find plenty of interesting changes.
CMS has posted preliminary code decisions in the agenda for the May 8, 2013, public meeting for drugs, biologicals, and radiopharmaceuticals. To keep up with the latest postings, including the May 8, 2013, Drug Agenda, check the Downloads section at www.cms.gov/Medicare/Coding/MedHCPCSGenInfo/HCPCSPublicMeetings.html.
Keep in mind: All changes below and continued on page 44 are proposed to be effective Jan. 1, 2014. But all of these are preliminary decisions and subject to change. Final changes will be announced in the fall of 2013.
Oncology & Hematology Coding Alert
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Scope Out the Top 10 HCPCS Changes That Could Be Coming Your Way
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