CMS will not be able to match ICD-9 patterns, so many legitimate claims could get flagged as being potentially fraudulent.
The biggest problems will come if the federal government refuses to pay claims and be repaid for those found fraudulent. Proper documentation will be necessary to show legitimacy.
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