several changes come January 1, 2011 with updated, comprehensive information for the HCPCS code set in a reference that focuses on management of reimbursement. This user-friendly book will guide any coder confidently through current modifiers, code changes, additions, and deletions with information as dictated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Additional features include: Medically Unlikely Edits (MUEs) appendix. Improve accuracy of claims by ensuring compliance with the CMS program through easy access to codes and their associated MUE units. National average payment tables. Access information to improve claim accuracy and ensure proper reimbursement. Expanded index. Ease code look-up with additional ways to locate codes. Glossary of terms. Increase your understanding of HCPCS codes to improve coding accuracy. Special appendixes. Get additional information with appendixes for the National Average Payment Table for HCPCS and MUEs; also includes an appendix with a deleted codes crosswalk. Most complete HCPCS code set available. Find information on codes from every source that generates HCPCS codes, including CMS, OPPS addendum B, and the physician fee schedule. Table of Drugs. Locate generic and brand name drugs and their corresponding codes based on the amount and route of administration.

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