Which of the following contains a list of coding edits developed by CMS in an effort to promote correct coding nationwide and to prevent the inappropriate unbundling of related services?

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The National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) is a list of coding edits developed by CMS in an effort to promote correct coding nationwide and to prevent the inappropriate unbundling of related services. The other options listed do not specifically address coding edits or bundling/unbundling issues. The National Coverage Determination (NCD) refers to decisions made by CMS on whether to cover specific medical services or items. CPT Assistant provides clarifications and updates on the use of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes, but does not include coding edits. The Health care Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) is a coding system used to identify items and services provided in health care, but does not specifically address coding edits or bundling issues.

Which of the Following Contains a List of Coding Edits