What is unbundling or fragmented billing?

What will be an ideal response?


Unbundling occurs when procedures are reported individually that should have been included under a bundled code. This practice will result in a claim denial and may also be considered fraud.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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