JW/JZ Modifier Denials - Resolved 03/18/25

Provider/Supplier Type(s) Impacted: All

Reason Codes: Not applicable.

Claim Coding Impact: Not applicable.

Description of Issue: Noridian is aware of a claims processing issue involving incorrect denials on procedure codes billed with the JW or JZ modifier. The incorrect denials were processed between February 20-February 26. The issue has been resolved, and impacted claims will be adjusted.

Noridian Action Required: The system update was completed on February 26 to correct the editing causing the incorrect denials. Noridian will conduct a mass adjustment for claims denied in error.

Provider/Supplier Action Required: No action is required at this time.

Proposed Resolution/Solution: The system update was completed on February 26 to adjust the editing causing the incorrect denials. Noridian will conduct a mass adjustment for claims denied in error.

03/14/25 - Noridian initiated mass adjustments on 03/11/25.

Date Reported: 02/28/25

Date Resolved: 03/18/25

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