Revised Coding Instructions for Billing Low Osmolar Contrast Material (LOCM) in Method II Critical Access Hospitals (CAH)
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Regulatory News Topic
CMS Transmittal 803 (CR 4234) released January 3, 2006, announces revised HCPCS coding guidance for the billing of LOCM in a Method II CAH.
Date of Insight Article
Saturday, April 01, 2006
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