Posts Tagged ‘CPT’
Spotlight on Orthopedic CPT Codes: Review Our Newest Refresh with YES Learning Series CPT Orthopedic Procedures III
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.
Read More2025 CPT Code Changes Simplified: What Your HIM Team Needs to Know
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.
Read MoreLearn Complex Skin Procedures: Elevate Your Coding Skills with the CPT Integumentary Procedures Advanced Learning Series
Elevate your coding expertise with the Refresh With YES: CPT Integumentary Procedures Advanced Cases Learning Series, which delves into the intricate details of skin repair, tissue transfer, and skin replacement procedures.
Read MoreCPT Code 80048 and CPT Code 80053: Distinguishing Between Basic Metabolic Panel & Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
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.
Read MoreUnderstanding CPT Code 30140: Submucous Resection Inferior Turbinate
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.
Read MoreCommonly Missed CPT Codes in 2024: Insights from Our Experience
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.
Read MoreDemystifying CPT Codes: A Guide to the Three Categories for Hospital Decision-Makers
Understanding the different types of CPT codes is crucial for medical coders, as it directly impacts billing, reimbursement, and a healthcare organization’s overall financial performance.
Read MoreExploring the Latest Changes to Unlisted CPT Codes for 2024
Significant updates were introduced with the release of the CPT 2024 code set, particularly concerning unlisted CPT codes. Let’s explore the changes and their implications for healthcare providers and coders.
Read MoreIn Case You Missed It: CMS Reverses Decision on CPT Code 76937 for Ultrasound Guidance for Vascular Access
Following an evaluation of feedback and input from various specialty societies, CMS made the decision to reverse its previous ruling and eliminate CPT code 76937. This change will be incorporated into the 2025 NCCI Policy Manual.
Read MoreMaximizing Telehealth Reimbursement: Navigating Medicare Billing, Coding, and Place of Service (POS) Requirements
Recent updates from CMS bring substantial changes to telehealth reimbursement policies, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of billing, coding, and Place of Service (POS) requirements for healthcare providers.
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