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2010 ICD-9 Checklist for Home Health Coders & Billers

Posted on 30. Sep, 2009 by Editor.

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Hint: This year’s biggest change is process-related.

Each year, CMS announces changes to the ICD-9 code set. Make sure you know how to get ready for October 1st implementation with this handy list.

The trickiest change this year doesn’t have…

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Checklist: Dx Code Sequencing That Boosts Your Bottom Line

Posted on 26. Aug, 2009 by Editor.

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1, 2, 3 ... all together now.

1, 2, 3 … all together now.

If you think ’secondary’ means ’second,’ think again.

Here’s one more good financial reason for clinicians and reimbursement personnel to collaborate closely.

Only the…

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