According to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS), more than 8.8 million Americans were signed up for 2017 coverage through HealthCare.gov as of January 14, 2017, up from 8.7 million on the...
How to Code Common Dermatological Skin Procedures
Reporting skin procedures is complex as the codes should be assigned based on the type of removal, the size and location of the lesion, the provider's intent, and pathologic results. Outsourcing the...
Challenges Facing Medical Practices in 2018 and How Outsourcing Can Help
Another year has dawned with renewed hope and expectations, but physicians continue to contemplate the many challenges facing them. From EHR data entry, quality measures, and changing reimbursement...
Crucial Points to Note about Using CPT Code 92242
As a medical coding company providing ophthalmology medical coding services, we are well aware that one of the most significant changes in 2017 was the introduction of CPT code 92242. 92242...
Psoriatic Arthritis Documentation Related ICD-10 Codes
According to the National Psoriasis Foundation, up to 30% of people with psoriasis develop psoriatic arthritis (PsA), an inflammatory form of arthritis. It can also occur in people without the skin...
An Overview of Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) for Physicians
Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN), this is a familiar term for physicians and their beneficiaries. ABN is a notice that a doctor or supplier should give a Medicare beneficiary when furnishing an item...
Coding Accuracy Critical to Ensure Reimbursement for New Medical Technology
In recent years, several new technologies have made difficult medical conditions easier to treat and manage. However, experts caution that physicians adopting/advocating advanced tools should be...
Code USPSTF-recommended Preventive Services/Screenings Correctly
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recognizes that "Focusing on preventing disease and illness before they occur will create healthier homes, workplaces, schools and communities so...
Get Ready for ICD-10 Coding Changes Starting October 1, 2017
New ICD-10 codes will take effect starting October 1, 2017. Healthcare entities and medical coding companies are preparing for implementation of the finalized 2018 ICD-10-CM classification set,...