Update on Medicare Operations: Telehealth, Claims Processing, and Medicare Administrative Contractors Status During the Shutdown View this notice from CMS regarding Medicare operations during the government shutdown. December 4, 2025
Update to CARC and RARC codes for use with MREP 4.6 An updated remittance advice remark code (RARC) and claim adjustment reason code (CARC) “Codes.ini” file is now available for... Latest updates: Claims February 25, 2026
Updated evaluation and management center First Coast has updated our E/M center to provide links and tools to assist. November 1, 2024
Updating your provider master information for PARD This form is used by Medicare Part A providers who change the default or other contact who receives their interim rate... July 22, 2024
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... Latest updates January 30, 2026
Use of urine-based biomarkers in patients with microhematuria bibliography View the bibliography for use of urine-based biomarkers in patients with microhematuria for a CAC meeting. February 24, 2026
User guide - finding LCDs, NCDs, and related coverage information This how-to guide offers tips for searching for medical policy information via First Coast’s search tools and the CMS Medicare... November 19, 2025
Using the KX modifier for dental services inextricably linked to covered medical services Providers are encouraged to use the KX modifier on 837D claims submitted with dental services inextricably linked to covered... June 2, 2025
Using web tools to handle top denied claims in your practice First Coast offers several online tools for you to diagnose why your Medicare claims were denied and resources to help you... September 11, 2025
Utilization of modifier 76: Repeat procedures Modifier 76 used to report repeat procedure or service by same physician or other qualified health care professional the same... May 30, 2025
