CMS modifier for Admit codes

Has anyone heard what the new modifier is for the admit code for CMS patients?

Dec 3rd, 2009 - nmaguire 2,606

modifier

A1 - but not finalized yet, used to identify the admitting physician

Dec 3rd, 2009 -

CMS modifer for admit codes

Actually I think it is going to be AI (letter A, letter I) rather than A1 (letter A, number 1). The HCPCS 2010 Excel spreadsheet posted on CMS website states this even though it hasn't been announced.

Kim Pollock, RN, MBA, CPC
KarenZupko & Associates, Inc.
www.karenzupko.com

Dec 6th, 2009 - Codapedia Editor 1,399

CMS modifier

Thanks so much for letting us know! We are anxiously awaiting the CMS transmittal for the details.