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2008

Modified: 12/31/2008
This is the second of four special bulletins designed to enhance your knowledge of the transition process and to share information on changes to items such as system edits and medical policies.
Modified: 12/31/2008
This is the second of three special bulletins designed to inform the current Florida providers of FCSO’s transition to the new Medicare administrative contractor for jurisdiction 9 (MAC J9).
Modified: 12/9/2008
This edition includes information on the update to Medicare deductible, coinsurance and premium rates for 2009.
Modified: 11/30/2008
This is the first of four special bulletins announcing FCSO's plan and mission moving forward as the Medicare administrative contractor (MAC) for jurisdiction 9 (J9).
Modified: 11/30/2008
This is the first of three special bulletins announcing FCSO's plan and mission in moving forward as the Medicare administrative contractor (MAC) for jurisdiction 9 (J9).
Modified: 11/7/2008
This publication includes information on the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Edition (ICD-10)-Clinical Modification/Procedure Coding System (CM/PCS), which will replace the existing ICD-9-CM system.
Modified: 10/7/2008
This publication includes information about FCSO's selection to administer Medicare in Florida, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. It also provides information on the Medicare premiums and deductibles for 2009.
Modified: 8/6/2008
This publication includes information about the increased payment for ground ambulance services and a farewell to our Connecticut provider community. It also provides impacts related to the delay of the DMEPOS Competitive Bidding Program.
Modified: 7/8/2008
This bulletin includes information on the DMEPOS Competitive Bidding Program, which includes an extensive series of regulations, policies and instructions on this new initiative.
Modified: 6/5/2008
This publication includes information regarding CMS' approach for assigning providers to MACs and discusses the process of moving providers to MACs. It also provides changes to information that is required when contacting the call center and/or IVR.
Modified: 5/7/2008
Inside this edition you will find the latest NPI information and resources needed for a smooth transition. May 23 is only two weeks away - are you prepared? Visit the NPI MLN Matters Web Page and Quarterly Journal Advertisements.
Modified: 4/9/2008
This publication includes information regarding the mandatory NPI requirements, effective May 23, 2008. The NPI will be required for all HIPAA standard transactions. In addition, don't forget to register for the 2008 Florida Medifest Symposium.
Modified: 3/10/2008
The Medicare B Update! is a comprehensive publication developed by First Coast Service Options, Inc. (FCSO) for Part B providers.
Modified: 2/7/2008
The Medicare B Update! is a comprehensive publication developed by First Coast Service Options, Inc. (FCSO) for Part B providers.
Modified: 1/8/2008
The Medicare B Update! is a comprehensive publication developed by First Coast Service Options, Inc. (FCSO) for Part B providers.

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