According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2020, 126,240 new colorectal cancers were reported in the U.S., with 51,869 deaths from colorectal cancer. Colonoscopy is the most common procedure used for CRC screening. Recent policy changes have...
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Halloween Injuries and Their ICD-10 Codes
Halloween, a time of whimsy and eerie enchantment, brings forth a wave of creativity and celebration. However, lurking beneath the shadows of the haunted decorations lies a less festive reality -...
10 Radiology Coding Audit Tips for Precision and Compliance
Coding in radiology is a critical aspect of the healthcare industry, ensuring that medical procedures and services are accurately documented for billing and insurance purposes. Accurate radiology...
Navigating Electrocardiography (EKG) Coding for Accurate Hospital ED Billing
Cardiology includes a wide range of diagnostic tests, procedures, surgeries, and interventions, each with its own specific set of codes. Medical billing and coding outsourcing is a practical...
Exploring the Most Commonly Used ICD-10 Codes in Behavioral Health
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...
Coding for Traumatic Dental Injuries
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,...
Don’t Make these Urgent Care Billing Errors
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...
Medical Coding for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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...
How to Bill and Code for Sickle Cell Disease
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...
Ensure Correct Use of Modifiers in Radiology Billing
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...
Coding for Plantar Fasciitis – A Common Ankle Injury
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...