________ codes are also used to ensure that procedures, services, and treatments, along with the Place-of-Service codes, are used to determine appropriateness of location and service.

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TOS codes (Type of Service codes) are used to determine the appropriateness of both the location and type of service provided. These codes are essential for tracking the utilization of healthcare services and ensuring that proper payment is made. They are also used for research and analysis of healthcare trends. PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) and FFS (Fee-for-Service) are not directly related to determining the appropriateness of location and service, while POS (Place-of-Service) codes are only used for identifying where the medical service was provided.

________ Codes Are Also Used to Ensure That Procedures, Services