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The Certified Professional Coder (CPC) is the gold standard for medical coding in a physician office setting. The CPC certification exam tests the competencies required to perform the job of a professional coder who specializes in coding for services performed by physicians and non-physician providers (eg, nurse practitioners and physician assistants). Individuals who earn the CPC credential ...

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Apr 1, 2024 · Modifier Definitions Let’s begin with the basic modifier definitions pertaining to facility criteria only. The following guidelines are only for ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) and outpatient hospital use. Physician coding would be reported with the appropriate physician modifiers. Modifier 52: This modifier indicates a partial reduction, cancellation, or discontinuation of services for ...

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