A medical assistant is reviewing codes before submitting a claim and notices that several related minor surgical services will be reported under a single CPT code rather than itemized individually. What coding term describes this practice of grouping multiple procedures into one billable charge?
Bundling is the coding practice of assigning one comprehensive CPT or HCPCS code that already includes all component services performed during the same encounter. Using the bundled code complies with National Correct Coding Initiative edits, reduces administrative burden, and helps avoid denials. By contrast, unbundling separates those components into individual codes, which may be disallowed and can constitute abuse.
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