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You May Need to Do Some Sleuthing to Select Prolonged Service Codes

Published on Wed Jul 20, 2022

Hint: The difference between the two codes comes down to one word. When 2021 arrived, so did several coding changes. You are likely still acclimating, in fact. How are you feeling about prolonged service codes? If you could use a refresher course, then keep reading. Recognize the Codes The American Medical Association (AMA) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid [...]
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