Latest updates: Billing and coding
Use of JW and JZ Modifiers when Billing for Separately Payable Incident-to Supplies
Effective January 1, 2026, the application of the JW and JZ modifiers has changed for certain skin substitutes per the calendar year (CY) 2026 final rule. This article describes the changes.
Avoiding MSP claim rejects
Providers billing Medicare must determine if Medicare is the primary payer or not. This article has tips on checking MSP eligibility and avoiding MSP claim rejects.
Medicare coverage of driveline kits for ventricular assist devices (VADs)
Documentation is required to process claims for ventricular assist device (VAD) supplies. View this article regarding coverage of driveline kits and to avoid delays when billing VAD supplies.
Long term care facility prospective payment system standard versus site neutral payment
For discharges on or after October 1, 2015, there are two separate payment categories for long term care hospital (LTCH) patients. This article provides those details.