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New Fraud Detection Probes by Medicare

Staff  |  Issue: September 2012  |  September 5, 2012

The ACR is dedicated to providing all the necessary tools for you and your staff regarding documentation and coding. If you need any assistance on coding and reimbursement, contact ACR coding specialist Melesia Tillman, CPC-I, CRHC, CHA, at (404) 633-3777, ext. 820, or [email protected]. Join the ACR coding listserv at www.rheumatology.org/membership and post your questions online.

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Coding Tools and Education

Download your free copy of the ACR’s Rheumatology Coding Manual. This reference is a practical guide to communicate effectively with third-party payers regarding the medical services you provide to patients. Visit www.rheumatology.org/publications to get your copy today.

Attending the ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C.? The ACR is offering a premeeting course designed to assist you and your staff in coding and documentation. Join us Friday, Nov. 9, for the “ACR Certified Rheumatology Coding Course: A Roadmap for Rheumatology Coding” and become an expert in coding and documentation. The two-day course offers the certification exam on Saturday, Nov. 10.

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For more information about the course and registration, visit www.ACRannualmeeting.org and check out the registration brochure.

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