YESBLOG: HIM & CODING NEWS

The YES HIM Consulting blog provides medical coding news, updates, and resources for health information management and coding professionals. Subscribe to the YES HIM & Coding Insights Newsletter today.

modifier 51 vs modifier 59

When to Use CPT Modifiers 51 and 59: A Comprehensive Guide for Medical Coders

By Vanessa Youmans

In this comprehensive guide, we break down the key differences between CPT modifiers 51 and 59, provide real-world examples, and offer best practices to ensure your claims get processed correctly the first time.

Read More
retrospective chart review

Exploring the Differences and Benefits of Concurrent Audits, Prospective Audits, and Retrospective Audits

By Elizabeth Kelly

Many healthcare facilities turn to audits to identify coding issues and ensure accurate reimbursements. But when it comes to auditing practices, which approach is best: concurrent, prospective, or retrospective audits?

Read More
icd 10 code for autism

Autism Awareness Month: DSM-5 vs. ICD-10 Code for Autism

By Vanessa Youmans

During Autism Awareness Month, we address one of the most significant challenges medical coders face when coding autism spectrum disorders: the misalignment between DSM-5 and ICD-10-CM. Review our practical coding guidance for autism patients.

Read More
CPT cardiac catheterization coding guidelines

Master the CPT Cardiac Catheterization Coding Guidelines: New Refresh with YES Course

By YES HIM Consulting

The Refresh with YES: CPT Cardiac Catheterization course is designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of the cardiac catheterization coding guidelines, procedures, and payer policies.

Read More
medical coding trends

Current Trends in Healthcare That Will Affect RCM: New Findings and Persistent Coding Issues in 2025

By Vanessa Youmans

While we often focus on new and emerging medical coding trends, many current coding issues stem from fundamental concepts that require renewed attention. See what our audits uncovered in new and persistent coding issues in 2025.

Read More

Subscribe to the YES Insights Newsletter

Categories

Our Services

Auditing

Education

Coding Support

Coder Mentoring

Denials Remediation

Consulting & Staffing

HOW CAN WE HELP? LET’S DISCUSS!

By clicking Submit, you agree to YES HIM Consulting's Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.