CDT stands for Current Dental Terminology, a standardized set of HIPAA dental procedure codes maintained by the American Dental Association (ADA). Understanding CDT codes and terminology is essential for accurately reporting each dental procedure when submitting...
Winter season brings significant changes in the weather. Even though chilly temperatures are enjoyable, it can bring several kinds of health consequences. Cold weather can have a significant impact...
This is an update to our blog, "Four Common Winter Ailments and Their ICD-10 Codes". Along with the joyful holidays, come seasonal flu, colds and other ailments. Winter is quite an exciting time for...
Dental insurance plans provide coverage for certain dental procedures. According to the National Association of Dental Plans, up to 77% of Americans have dental benefits. Some plans cover a...
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...
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...
Pyogenic granuloma, also known as lobular capillary hemangioma or granuloma telangiectaticum, is listed by WHO under the range Diseases of the Skin and Sub-cutaneous Tissue. These are small, round,...
Dental plaque and tartar are common dental problems that occur when saliva, food, and fluids combine to form bacteria deposits where the teeth and gums meet. The build-up of plaque and tartar can...
Regarded as a leading cause of death in the United States, chronic kidney disease (CKD) involves a slow and progressive loss of kidney function over several years. Also called chronic kidney failure...
As complexities in billing and coding pain management are increasing each year, it is important for practices to focus more on documentation as well as carefully handle pain management billing and...
Lymphedema, a common vascular condition, occurs when excess protein-rich fluids (called lymph) circulates and get accumulated within tissues in the lymphatic system causing swelling (edema). Any...