Drugs and biologicals Part B: Using the JW and JZ modifiers
The JW and JZ modifier policy applies to all drugs separately payable under Medicare Part B described as supplied in a “single...
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Avoid negative impacts to your claims: Review policies on genetic testing for cardiovascular disease
View this important information you must know if you bill for genetic testing for cardiovascular disease, effective January 30.
Coding guidelines: Part A inpatient billing for malnutrition diagnosis codes
Read this article for diagnosis coding guidelines on correctly billing malnutrition claims.
YouTube video: Avoid Medicare claim rejects that should be submitted to a Medicare Advantage plan
Want to learn the key differences between original Medicare and a Medicare Advantage plan? Take a look at our YouTube video.
Avoid rejection of paper claims
First Coast made changes to how we handle paper claims marked for "other insurance". Review this article to avoid claim...
Reminder on mandatory Medicare claim submission requirements
Read this important article to learn about compliance with the mandatory Medicare claim submission requirements.
New coversheet for hardcopy UB-04 submissions
This article describes First Coast’s new coversheet for hardcopy UB-04 form submissions.
CMS-1500 (02/12) data element requirements
This document discusses the conditions and requirements of the Item fields within the revised CMS-1500 (02/12) paper claim form...
When not to show patient paid amounts on claims
First Coast has been made aware of complaints by beneficiaries being required to pay for services up front. This article...
Providers billing for drug Octagam HCPCS code J1568
Did you know the leading reason why the Recovery Audit Contractor denies the drug Octagam during a medical review is for lack of...