A coder finds two codes to report a service provided; one code is in the Level I manual and one is in the Level II manual. The code descriptions are identical. What should the coder do?

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Level I codes (CPT codes) are generally the appropriate choice for reporting medical services and procedures, unless specific guidance or rules from the payer indicate that a Level II code (HCPCS codes) should be used instead. Level II codes are often used for products, supplies, and services not included in the CPT codes.

A Coder Finds Two Codes to Report a Service Provided;