Abbreviation for Correct Coding Initiative. See Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) , also known as National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI).
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CCI edits
See: Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) edits.
CD
HCPCS Level II modifier that may be used with CPT or HCPCS Level II codes indicating AMCC test for end-stage renal disease or MCP MD.
CDC
1. Acronym for claims distribution center. 2. See Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) .
CDW
Acronym that means clinical data warehouse. See clinical data repository (CDR).
CE
1. HCPCS Level II modifier that may be used with CPT or HCPCS Level II codes indicating medical necessity AMCC test separate reimbursement. 2. Abbreviation for covered entity. See covered entity (CE) . 3. Abbreviation for consultative examiner. See consultative examiner (CE). 4. Abbreviation for continuing education. See continuing education (CE).
Cedent
See: ceding company.
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A ceding insurer or a reinsurer. A ceding insurer is an insurer that underwrites and issues an original, primary policy to an insured and contractually transfers (cedes) a portion of the risk to a reinsurer. A ceding reinsurer is a reinsurer that transfers (cedes) a portion of the underlying reinsurance to a retrocessionnaire.
Ceding insurer
See: ceding company.
Census
Count (enumeration) and demographics of hospital inpatients or members of a managed care plan.
Census data
Statistical information that is used to establish insurance premium rates or benefits on individuals eligible for or insured under a group policy (e.g., age, sex, income, insurance classification, dependent status).