A root canal is one of the most common endodontic treatments performed in dental practices. It addresses infected or inflamed dental pulp - the soft inner layer of the tooth, aiming to restore the health of an infected tooth, but to also preserve the natural...
Regarded as a common type of lupus, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the body's own tissues. Normally, the immune system fights off...
Pneumonia is an infection that can impact one or both lungs. It is a leading cause of death among children and the elderly. The condition is caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi, and can inflame...
Medical claims are the lifeblood of a healthcare organization. Submitting accurate claims is essential to maintain a provider's financial health. Competent providers of medical billing and coding...
Dentists often use specific terminology to describe the parts of the mouth, dental problems, and procedures. Being a leading provider of dental insurance verification services, OSI has prepared a...
Regarded as a serious viral infection, shingles (also known as herpes zoster) causes an outbreak of a painful rash or blisters on the skin. Reports from the Centres for Disease Control and...
Regarded as a serious skin reaction, hives cause itchy, raised welts on the skin. Also known as urticaria, these itchy welts are red, pink, or flesh-colored. Often, these welts start as itchy...
Evaluation and Management (E/M) services consist of categories such as office visits, hospital inpatient or observation care visits, and consultations. Evaluation and management (E/M) coding is the...
The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck. Goiter is irregular growth or overall enlargement of the thyroid gland. The condition may be associated with no change...
Denial management is essential to improve your chiropractic practice's revenue growth. Denial management involves assessing the root cause of denials and using a proactive approach to ensure proper...
Under value-based care, providers are reimbursed for better care, not more care. Patients with chronic conditions require more intensive care than patients who are generally healthy. Risk adjustment...