Coding with Modifiers: A Guide to Correct CPT and HCPCS Level II Modifier Usage [With CDROM]

Description

The ultimate modifiers resource-revised! Essential components to the coding process, modifiers help create clear and concise communications between the provider and payer. Coding with Modifiers provides guidance on how and when to use modifiers in order to avoid costly payment delays and denials. Using the 2012 code set, the fourth edition contains new, deleted and revised modifiers, along with updates to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, third-party payer, and AMA-modifier guidelines to assist with coding accuracy. Coding tips-explain how to use specific modifiers to help clear up confusion surrounding modifier usage Modifiers approved for hospitals and ASCs-provide information for professional service and hospital reporting requirements Teaching tools-allow you to create and administer tests using questions and answers developed by the AMA Clinical examples-guide readers in determining the correct modifier to use with helpful scenarios Test-Your-Knowledge questions-test your comprehension of the material with more than 190 questions