What Is Prior Authorization? Prior authorization, also known as ‘prior auth’ or P.A or pre-certification, is a standard management process in the healthcare industry where a healthcare provider gets approval from the patient’s insurance company before prescribing a...
Many health insurance and dental insurance plans operate on a calendar year basis, running from January 1st to December 31st. The start of the year often marks a reset for health insurance benefit...
Medical billing and coding is a challenge for any healthcare specialty, but it can be especially complex in the field of pain management. Headaches are one of the most common conditions that...
In behavioral health, ICD-10 codes are essential for diagnosing and documenting mental health and substance use disorders. Mental health professionals utilize these codes to communicate essential...
Traumatic dental injuries refer to injuries or damage to the teeth, gums, or supporting structures of the mouth that result from trauma or external force. These injuries can vary in severity,...
The central aim of an urgent care clinic is to provide immediate medical attention to unscheduled, ambulatory patients dealing with acute or episodic illnesses or injuries. Urgent care centers...
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a gastrointestinal disorder that affects millions of individuals worldwide. For healthcare professionals, accurately coding IBS-related diagnoses and treatments is...
Sickle cell anemia belongs to a group of inherited disorders known as sickle cell disease. It is marked by flawed hemoglobin. Red blood cells that are typically round and flexible can move easily...
From simple X-rays to highly complex MRIs, CT scans, and nuclear medicine studies, radiology involves a wide range of imaging procedures. Each procedure has its own set of codes and guidelines for...
Proper and professional medical billing and coding support can make a significant difference when it comes to hospital revenue cycle management. When considering neurosurgical procedures such as...
Billing and coding for plantar fasciitis and its treatment demands a clear understanding of the coding guidelines and related medical codes. Healthcare practices can rely on the services of a...