Medical Coding Updates

G2211

Understanding CPT Code G2211: Enhancing Reimbursement for Comprehensive Primary Care

By Vanessa Youmans / May 6, 2024 / Comments Off on Understanding CPT Code G2211: Enhancing Reimbursement for Comprehensive Primary Care

CMS introduced a significant update in 2024 to HCPCS add-on code G2211. Let’s delve deeper into the intricacies of G2211 and its implications for primary care practitioners.

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NCCI edits 2024

2024 NCCI Policy Manual Updates: What Hospital Coding Directors Need to Know

By YES HIM Consulting / April 30, 2024 / Comments Off on 2024 NCCI Policy Manual Updates: What Hospital Coding Directors Need to Know

The NCCI edits 2024 aim to ensure accurate and appropriate coding, preventing improper billing and maximizing revenue cycle efficiency for hospitals and providers. Let’s review the policy changes here.

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icd 10 guidelines 2024

New ICD 10 Guidelines 2024 Ready for April 1

By YES HIM Consulting / March 18, 2024 / Comments Off on New ICD 10 Guidelines 2024 Ready for April 1

The date of April 1st has gained significance as a routine update alongside the traditional October 1st implementation date. Here are the ICD-10-CM/PCS updates slated to go into effect on April 1, 2024.

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2024 HCC changes

2024 HCC Changes: Understanding the Impact on Healthcare Providers and Medical Coders

By Vanessa Youmans / February 7, 2024 / Comments Off on 2024 HCC Changes: Understanding the Impact on Healthcare Providers and Medical Coders

CMS issued the Announcement of Calendar Year (CY) 2024 Medicare Advantage (MA) Capitation Rates and Part C and Part D Payment Policies, finalizing the transition to the 2024 CMS-HCC risk adjustment model, Version 28 (V28).

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icd 10 cm diagnosis codes

All ICD-10 Updates Ready for April 1: NCHS Releases the 2024 ICD 10 CM Diagnosis Codes

By Teri Jorwic / January 16, 2024 / Comments Off on All ICD-10 Updates Ready for April 1: NCHS Releases the 2024 ICD 10 CM Diagnosis Codes

The April 1, 2024, ICD 10 CM diagnosis codes and files were released by the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), which includes the updated ICD-10-CM Guidelines and Addenda for the Tabular List and Index.

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april 1 2024 icd 10 pcs procedure codes

CMS Announces New ICD-10-PCS Procedure Codes Effective April 1, 2024

By Ann Zeisset / December 18, 2023 / Comments Off on CMS Announces New ICD-10-PCS Procedure Codes Effective April 1, 2024

CMS announced the implementation of 41 new procedure codes for ICD-10-PCS, effective April 01, 2024. No changes for ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes have been announced.

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hcc coding cheat sheet 2023

HCC Coding Cheat Sheet 2023: Cracking the Code on the Most Commonly Missed & Confusing HCC Codes

By Karen Youmans / December 11, 2023 / Comments Off on HCC Coding Cheat Sheet 2023: Cracking the Code on the Most Commonly Missed & Confusing HCC Codes

The HCC coding system is complex and ever-evolving. There are some HCC codes that are more perplexing than others, have a necessity for another ICD-10-CM diagnosis code connection, or need detailed specificity. Here are some examples.

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2024 cpt updates

Unlocking the 2024 CPT Updates: What You Need to Know

By YES HIM Consulting / December 11, 2023 / Comments Off on Unlocking the 2024 CPT Updates: What You Need to Know

The 2024 CPT updates are nothing short of revolutionary, with 349 editorial adjustments, including 230 additions, 49 deletions, and 70 revisions. In total, over 11,000 medical procedures and services are receiving an updated coding system.

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cms opps 2024 final rule

CMS OPPS 2024 Final Rule Impacts Approximately 3,500 Hospitals & 6,000 Ambulatory Surgical Centers

By Ann Zeisset / November 28, 2023 / Comments Off on CMS OPPS 2024 Final Rule Impacts Approximately 3,500 Hospitals & 6,000 Ambulatory Surgical Centers

The CMS OPPS 2024 Final Rule updates on payment policies impact approximately 3,500 hospitals and about 6,000 ASCs. The rule includes finalizing payment rates and new policies aligning with key administration goals.

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2024 cpt code changes

AMA Releases 2024 CPT Code Changes: Includes 349 Editorial Updates & Spanish Language Descriptors

By Ann Zeisset / September 25, 2023 / Comments Off on AMA Releases 2024 CPT Code Changes: Includes 349 Editorial Updates & Spanish Language Descriptors

The 2024 CPT codes contain 349 editorial changes, including 230 additions, 49 deletions, and 70 revisions, describing 11,163 medical procedures and services. In 2024, over 11,000 services will receive Spanish language descriptors to aid those facing language barriers.

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