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28 Feb 23

How To Use Modifier 25 Correctly

Introduction The OIG has identified the following trends in modifier 25 errors: Modifier 25 should not be used on claims that have been denied by Medicare or have been adjusted to zero. Fewer than 20 percent of modifier 25 claims are correct. Overuse of modifier 25 has increased significantly since…
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07 Jan 23

Medical Coding & Billing Errors And Its Management

Introduction Medical coding and billing is a process of assigning codes to medical services rendered by physicians, hospitals, laboratories and other healthcare providers. It is a standard set of symbols or abbreviations used to describe medical conditions in order to facilitate the recording and reporting of healthcare information used in…
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16 Sep 22

How to Use Modifier 25 Correctly

Introduction Modifier 25 is a critical part of the Medicare program, but it can be difficult to understand and use correctly. In this post, I’ll explain what Modifier 25 does, why it’s needed, and how to use it properly. If a patient comes in for a preventive visit and the…
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