As most of you are aware Medicare and MAC's will no longer recognize Consultation codes as of January 2010. Early reports from CMS suggested that a modifier would be created for initial hospital days. Attached is a MLN Matter article that explains the use of the new AI modifier and use of prolonged service codes. Please view the article located on the CMS website at: http://www.cms.hhs.gov/MLNMattersArticles/downloads/MM6740.pdf
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