NCCI Edits & Modifier 59: Version 33.0

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This online course will provide participants with information on NCCI Edits Version 33.0 that will be in effect with dates of service beginning on January 1, 2026 and lasting through March 31, 2027.

NCCI Edits Version 32.0 in Effect January 1, 2026

The National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) Edits Version 32.0 are in effect for dates of service January 1, 2026 – March 31, 2026. NCCI edits are used in all outpatient therapy settings for original Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries. In addition, some Medicare Advantage plans, commercial insurers, and workers compensation programs also utilize the NCCI edits. Gawenda Seminars & Consulting has created a NCCI Edit therapy specific reference sheet for both Medicare and Medicaid. These reference sheets will inform providers when modifier 59 is required on a CPT code on the claim form. In addition, the reference sheet will inform providers … Read More

NCCI Edits Version 31.2 in Effect July 1, 2025

The National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) Edits Version 31.2 are in effect for dates of service July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025. NCCI edits are used in all outpatient therapy settings for original Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries. In addition, some Medicare Advantage plans, commercial insurers, and workers compensation programs also utilize the NCCI edits. Gawenda Seminars & Consulting has created a NCCI Edit therapy specific reference sheet for both Medicare and Medicaid. These reference sheets will inform providers when modifier 59 is required on a CPT code on the claim form. In addition, the reference sheet will inform providers … Read More

Medicare NCCI Edits Version 31.1

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits Version 31.1 for original Medicare. Version 31.1 will be in effect for dates of service April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025. To access Gawenda Seminars outpatient therapy specific NCCI edit reference sheet for original Medicare, click HERE. There is one version for private practices and a different version for nonprivate practices. Be sure to be logged into your account.

Medicaid NCCI Edits Version 31.1

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits Version 31.1 for original Medicaid. Version 31.1 will be in effect for dates of service April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025. To access Gawenda Seminars outpatient therapy specific NCCI edit reference sheet for Medicaid, click HERE. There is one version for private practices and a different version for nonprivate practices. Be sure to be logged into your account.

NCCI Edits & Modifier 59: Version 32.0

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Promotional banner for the online course “Understanding NCCI Edits & Modifier 59: Version 32.0” with Rick Gawenda, PT, scheduled for January 7, 2026, from 1–2:00 PM ET

This online course will provide participants with information on NCCI Edits Version 32.0 that will be in effect with dates of service beginning on January 1, 2026 and lasting through March 31, 2026.

NCCI Edits & Modifier 59: Version 31.2

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Promotional banner for the online course “NCCI Edits & Modifier 59: What You Need to Know for Version 31.2” with Rick Gawenda, PT, scheduled for June 26, 2025, from 1–2 PM ET

This online course will provide participants with information on NCCI Edits Version 31.2 that will be in effect with dates of service beginning on July 1, 2025 and lasting through September 30, 2025.

NCCI Edits Version 30.3

The National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits Version 30.3 are effective with dates of service October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024. As a Gold, Platinum, or Diamond Member to my website, you have access to our NCCI Edit “cheat sheet” for modifier 59 that is specific to outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. To access NCCI Edits Version 30.3 for Medicare, click HERE and log into your account. To access NCCI Edits Version 30.3 for Medicaid, click HERE and log into your account.