The ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification) coding system, the standard for classifying diagnoses and inpatient procedures which is crucial for clinical documentation and billing, brings a fresh set of changes for FY...
Early intervention provides infants and toddlers with development delays the support they need to make progress and reach their developmental milestones. The Centers for Disease Control and...
Speech therapy and audiology services delivered via telehealth platforms – referred to as telepractice services by The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) – allows patients to safely...
A colon polyp is a growth that forms on the lining of the colon (large intestine) or rectum. Colon polyps are usually harmless, but can develop into colon cancer. There are many types of polyps and...
With the need for comprehensive anatomical specificity both in the documentation and codes, the prevalence of multiple comorbidities, and the advances in technology, cardiovascular coding can be...
Seasonal changes can affect a person’s mood and behavior. Spring fever is term used to describe the physical and psychological signs and effects associated with the arrival of longer sunny days....
Evaluation and Management (E/M) codes are the most common professional services that a medical billing and coding company helps physicians report on claims. The rules for documenting these services...
Spring is not only a time to return to outdoor activities, it can also cause certain ailments. To enjoy spring, it is important to be prepared for potential illnesses and health problems. Spring...
As people age, their body undergoes several changes. In certain cases, parts of the body may wear down even without a direct instance of injury, leading to severe structural changes that cause pain....
This is an update to the blog, “Key HCPCS Code Changes Effective January 1, 2019” HCPCS or Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System represents medical procedures, supplies, products and services...
Plastic surgery offers women various options to change the appearance of the breasts such as breast augmentation, breast reconstruction, breast reduction and breast lift. In 2021, there are major...
