Explain the general concept of APCs.
What will be an ideal response?
APCs (ambulatory payment classifications) fall under OPPS for outpatient/ambulatory and ambulatory surgery centers. OPPS payment rates are based on APCs, which group diagnostic and therapeutic procedures that are similar in nature and that consume similar resources. Several CPT codes are related to each APC.
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