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For inquiries regarding addendums, Noridian has received numerous requests and has included a reference on the documentation page of the Noridian Medicare website. Please consult this resource for any questions you may have.

An addendum provides additional information that was not available at the time the services were rendered or at the time of the original entry. It is crucial that an addendum does not alter or delete any existing information in the medical record. In cases where entries related to provided services are insufficiently documented, the documentation may necessitate an amendment, correction, or delayed entry after the service has been provided. Any such amendment, correction, or delayed entry should clearly indicate the date and author, and these changes/addenda should be clearly and permanently marked.
For further details, please refer to the CMS Internet Only Manual (IOM), Publication 100-08, Medicare Program Integrity Manual, Chapter 3, Section 3.3.2.5