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CMS updates list of covered telehealth services

Source: ACDIS

During the COVID-19 public health emergency, telehealth services have evolved dramatically becoming one of the most sought after forms of care. To support this change, CMS has updated its list of services payable under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule when furnished via telehealth in 2021.

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Medical necessity is best defense for denial prevention

Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor

Many case management and finance departments have been busy with appeal activities since CMS resumed its regulatory audits on August 3, 2020. Utilization review nurses are reporting increasing numbers of commercial denials as the COVID-19 pandemic is resolving.

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Q&A: CPT coding for E/M visits with wound care

Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor

Q: Is it appropriate to report an E/M code for visit services provided in conjunction with a wound care procedure?

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