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Watch Out for These Medical Coding Errors
Failing to provide accurate information and the right codes to support claims can lead to denials or delays as well as allegations of improper billing practices. Outsourcing medical coding tasks...
Unlisted Codes – Frequently Asked Questions
What are unlisted codes? Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes or Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Level II codes describe a procedure or service. On the other hand, unlisted...
Documenting and Coding Subdural Hematoma – Know the ICD-10 Codes
Head injury is a serious condition that requires immediate medical attention. Generally, a person suffering from a head injury may not initially experience any feelings of being sick, but bleeding...
Coding for Mastectomy – Use the Correct ICD-10 and CPT Codes
Most women with breast cancer choose mastectomy, the surgery to remove all breast tissue (including the nipple and the areola) from one or both breasts. Primarily performed to treat or prevent...
How to Ensure Efficient Accounts Receivable Management in Ambulatory Surgery Centers
Managing accounts receivable (A/R) is an important activity in any specialty, including ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), as it assists providers in receiving appropriate reimbursement for services...
Five Common Running Injuries – Know the ICD-10 Codes
Running for physical exercise, sports activity and recreation is a great way to maintain good health, but it can also be a common source of injury. Most running injuries occur due to repetitive...
Coding Pressure Ulcers – Quality Documentation is Critical
Pressure ulcers/injuries are a common adverse event that medical coding companies help physicians report. The codes for pressure ulcers and non-pressure chronic ulcers are located in ICD-10 chapter...
Billing and Coding Cataract Surgery for Optimal Reimbursement
Cataract operations account for a large volume of the claims in ophthalmology practices. This quick, painless surgery has improved quality of life for millions of Americans. About 2 million cataract...