Medicare Implements Reverse Device Edits for 2007
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Regulatory News Topic
Effective January 2007, CMS will implement reverse editing for devices that are reported on claims without HCPCS codes for procedures describing their insertion or implantation.
Date of Insight Article
Thursday, January 12, 2006
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