CPT Coding Tips
Our Refresh with YES CPT Orthopedic Procedures III learning path provides comprehensive insights and practical coding skills on Cervical Arthrodesis Procedures with PEEK, Tendon Procedures of the Wrist and Hand, and Tendon Procedures of the Leg and Ankle.
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To shed light on some of the most pressing challenges faced by healthcare organizations in 2024, I sat down with the experts at YES HIM Consulting, who shared the most common medical coding questions they’ve encountered this year.
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Healthcare organizations can face multiple challenges in keeping their coding process efficient. We will guide you through best practices for managing a coding queue, key tools for tracking and prioritizing tasks, and signs that indicate when a team may be over- or understaffed.
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January 1, 2025, is the effective date for all 2025 CPT code changes. This includes 420 updates: 270 new codes, 112 code deletions, and 38 revisions to existing codes (AMA). Some of these changes will not directly affect health information management functions.
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CPT codes 80048 and 80053 relate to metabolic panel tests, which are common laboratory tests to assess a patient’s overall health and detect a variety of conditions.
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CPT code 30140 refers to a surgical procedure known as a “Submucous Resection of the Inferior Turbinate.” This operation is typically performed to reduce the size of the inferior turbinate and improve nasal airflow.
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Medical coding and billing mistakes, while seemingly minor, can significantly impact a healthcare organization’s financial health, patient care, and overall industry efficiency. Let’s examine the most common medical coding mistakes and actionable strategies for preventing them.
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Incorrect CPT coding can result in denied claims, delayed payments, and, most importantly, significant financial repercussions for healthcare providers. Here are the most commonly missed CPT codes in 2024.
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Medicare offers various preventive services to help beneficiaries maintain their health. Understand the differences between the Initial Preventive Physical Examination (IPPE), Annual Wellness Visit (AWV), and the routine annual physical exam.
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CMS released a summary of the Second Quarter 2024 HCPCS Level II code requests and CMS’ coding decisions for each application. In most cases, these coding actions will take effect on October 1, 2024.
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