Multiple Choice
The MUE project was implemented by CMS as part of the NCCI to improve the accuracy of Medicare payments by __________.
A) comparing units of service with payment requested on submitted claims
B) detecting and denying unlikely Medicare claims on a prepayment basis
C) reimbursing submitted claims within 30 days of receipt and adjudication
D) reporting errors due to inappropriate units of service, reducing overpayments
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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