CMS revises language regarding the billing of E/M codes on the same date of service as superficial radiation treatment delivery.
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CMS recognizes separate payment for physician work associated with superficial radiation treatment delivery
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CMS released Transmittal 4246 on February 22, revising language in Chapter 13 of the Medicare Claims Processing Manual regarding the billing of E/M codes on the same date of service as superficial radiation treatment delivery.
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