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This week in Medicare updates—4/21/2021
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
This week’s Medicare updates include new instructions for COVID-19 monoclonal antibody infusions, an updated list of telehealth services payable under the Physician Fee Schedule, six new items added to the OIG work plan, and more! 
CMS: Pay attention to telehealth billing rules
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
CMS is reminding providers to ensure that Medicare claims for telehealth are correctly billed. The agency issued broadly expanded telehealth services as part of its response to the COVID-19 public health emergency.
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Revenue Cycle Advisor Subscriber Content

Coding tips for modifier -59
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
Proper use of modifier -59 remains a common pain point. Use these tips to improve coding and reduce claim edits.
 

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Q&A: Capacity versus competence
Source: Revenue Cycle Advisor
Q: Case managers must know the difference between capacity and competence when working with patients of any age. How would you explain the difference between those two essential terms?

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