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Ophthalmology and Optometry Coding Alert

Compliance:

Eye Care Specialists Responsible for Over $177 Million in Projected Improper Payments

Published on Mon Jan 24, 2022

Plus: Optometrists logged a nearly 90 percent DME error rate. Eye care coders have to remember dozens of rules when it comes to the regulations for ophthalmology and optometry coding, which can be a challenge. That may be particularly true when coding for durable medical equipment, prosthetics, and orthotics (DMEPOS). A new Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) report indicates [...]
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