Question

So, knowing that upcoding is both unethical and illegal, what alternatives could you suggest for this provider (and their staff)?

Answer 1

The alternatives which can be suggested to the provider to prevent upcoming are

• Encouraging to use National Correct Coding Initiative will be helpful to identify any multiple codes and it can be edited correctly
• Accurate and appropriate use of the modifiers can prs e t upcoming by the probiders
• Ensuring proper documentation to be maintained when the codes used are not uplisted
• Injection codes as to be double checked before coding
• Avoid using unbundling coding system
• Supervision and training of the subordinate who codes on behalf of them for the treat
• Training and refreshing the staffs periodically on the coding system and the new changes