Posts Tagged ‘medical coding’
Understanding the 2024 ICD-10-CM Updates: Coding COPD and Emphysema
A significant update to the ICD-10-CM coding guidelines was made on October 1, 2023, which has implications for coding chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and emphysema. Find out what changed with COPD coding.
Read MoreCommonly Missed ICD-10 Codes in 2024: Key Highlights from Official Guideline I.A.15 for Coders
Ever felt lost in the labyrinth of ICD-10-CM codes? You’re not alone. In this article, we’ll explore specific examples of commonly missed or miscoded ICD-10 diagnoses and provide clear explanations on how to leverage the Alphabetic Index for accurate and efficient coding.
Read MoreThe Transformative Power of Strategic Partnerships in Healthcare Outsourcing Services
Healthcare outsourcing services offer a lifeline to hospitals struggling with coding backlogs, coding quality issues, and other challenges disrupting their revenue cycle.
Read More2025 ICD-10-PCS Updates Include 371 Additions & 61 Deletions
The 2025 ICD-10-PCS updates have been released with a comprehensive addendum outlining the updates for the coming fiscal year. With the addition of 371 new and the deletion of 61 codes, the FY 2025 code set includes 78,948 ICD-10-PCS codes.
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 MoreWhy Assessments on Medical Terminology and Anatomy for Coding Are Your Secret Weapon (Especially for Beginners)
For aspiring medical coders, mastering medical terminology and anatomy for coding is the foundation for a successful career. Medical terminology assessments gauge whether their grasp of these fundamentals is solid enough to tackle the complexities of real-world coding.
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.
Read MoreEnhancing Surgical Outcomes: Understanding the New ICD-10 Code for Omental Repositioning
A pivotal addition has been made to ICD-10-PCS coding guidelines under Table 0DX – Transfer of Gastrointestinal System: Body part U – Omentum. This addition opens avenues for precise documentation and coding.
Read MoreUnderstanding 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.
Read More2024 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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