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Medicare Q & A

Covered or Noncovered? The Cataract Menu

What Medicare covers is not always clear-cut. A breakdown of cataract surgery and the rationale for who pays what.

Continuing Changes For CPT Codes in 2012

Highlights of changes that will commonly affect ophthalmic practices this year, including additions, modifications and deletions.

Redefinitions Increase the Use of Modifier 25

The redefinition of some surgeries from major to minor procedures has led to an increase in the use of modifier 25.

ICD-10 Introduces New CM Coding Standards

The number of CM (Clinical Modification) codes has increased to allow for detailed tracking of signs and symptoms of disease.

Responding to Postpayment Review

New legislation and an assortment of programs can complicate Medicare payments. Proper navigation may avoid audits.

Coding for Refractive Error After Surgery

Fixing errors after cataract surgery may be as simple as prescribing lenses, but coding the procedure may prove tricky.

What’s New for CPT Codes in 2011?

Many familiar codes are being left behind with the last year. Find out what changes the New Year is bringing in with it.

Evaluating Shifts in Your Accounts Receivable

Q: Are medical bills contributing to an increase in bankruptcy filings? A: Yes.

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