Creating alias procedure codes

Procedure codes represent the services that you render and products that you sell. Your axiUm Ascend practice database comes with all the current ADA Procedure Codes, which are updated automatically as needed, but you can create alias procedure codes for your organization. An alias code is a procedure code followed by a period (.) and then a custom alphanumeric value up to five characters in length. Having an alias code (alternate code) allows you to have duplicate procedures in your organization's database, so you can, for example, charge different rates for similar procedures but have the same ADA Procedure Code show on claims.

Notes:

• Adding a procedure code to one location adds the same procedure code to the other locations of your organization. However, the default fee associated with the procedure code will be