Running a healthcare practice is just like running any other kind of business. As physicians provide patient-centered care for a wide variety of conditions, they also need to pay attention to their...
What Is the New ICD-10 Code for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a long-term disabling and complex condition. This chronic, multi-system disease affects many body systems. Millions of people worldwide...
What are the Medicare Physician Payment Policies that will Impact Medical Billing in 2023?
The Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) final rule released annually by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) updates the standards for physician reimbursement and policies related to health...
What is Bundling and Unbundling in Medical Coding?
Medical coding is the conversion of healthcare diagnoses, procedures, medical services, and equipment into ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes. Healthcare organizations need to use the appropriate medical...
Assigning ICD-10 Codes and Modifiers for Pain Management
A reliable pain management medical billing company in the U.S. Outsource Strategies International (OSI) is experienced in efficiently managing all aspects of the medical billing process. Our medical...
Medical Codes to Report Cystitis – A Painful Bladder Condition
Cystitis is a painful urinary tract condition that is more common in women. Urologists diagnose cystitis based on the immediate symptoms and medical history evaluation. Early diagnosis improves...
ICD-10 Codes for the Holiday Season
Christmas preparation, holiday preparation, family gatherings, gatherings with loved ones, all make holidays memorable. However, it can also be a time of injuries, accidents and illnesses. Holiday...
How to Appeal Chiropractic Claim Denials
Claim denials are one the most significant challenges faced by healthcare providers, including chiropractors. According to a July 2022 Kaiser Family Foundation report on CMS data about claims...
Coding Cardiomyopathy – A Common Cardiac Condition
A professional, HIPAA compliant medical billing and coding company in the U.S., Outsource Strategies International (OSI) provides quality cardiology coding solutions that help practices maximize...