A key component of revenue cycle management (RCM), medical coding involves converting medical services, diagnoses, procedures, and equipment into codes for claim submission. Accurate and compliant coding is necessary to minimize denials and for providers to receive...
Epilepsy surgery is a type of brain surgery that aims to reduce epileptic seizures. It is a procedure that removes an area of the brain where seizures occur. This surgical procedure tends to be more...
Spring is the perfect time to give attention to oral health. Refreshing one's oral hygiene routine, replacing old toothbrushes, and scheduling a dental check-up can contribute to a healthier smile....
Peptic ulcers are the painful, open sores that develop on the inside lining of the stomach or the upper portion of the small intestine. The condition occurs when the acid in the digestive tract eats...
There are many rare dental conditions that can cause major problems and affect daily living. In addition to treating them, dentists need to report these conditions on claims using the right ICD-10...
Dental development begins even before birth, and several problems can occur during the formation and eruption of teeth. Some of the common tooth development defects are - tooth eruption problems,...
Gum disease is a common condition that dentists treat. It occurs when bacteria in the mouth infect tissue surrounding the tooth and cause inflammation around the tooth. Osseous surgery (also known...
Dental implant procedures may be eligible for reimbursement, only when they meet threshold of medical necessity, for instance, when provided to resolve a compromised ability to chew. While few...
Chiropractic care is widely recognized as a safe and non-invasive treatment for neuro-muscular conditions. Reports suggest that about 30 million Americans turn to chiropractic treatment each year....
Dental insurance billing is extremely complex, with constantly changing codes, payer rules and regulations, and HIPAA guidelines. Even a minor error can have a significant impact on dental practice...
Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a long-term disabling and complex condition. This chronic, multi-system disease affects many body systems. Millions of people worldwide...