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Basics of Vasectomy CPT code A vasectomy is a surgical procedure used as a method of male contraception. During the procedure, the vas deferens—the tubes that carry sperm from the testicles to the urethra—are cut, sealed, or otherwise blocked. This prevents sperm from mixing with semen that is ejaculated from the penis, effectively preventing pregnancy. … Read more
Accurate coding for colonoscopies in outpatient settings hinges on a clear understanding of the different procedure types. Coders must differentiate between screening and therapeutic colonoscopies to ensure correct code selection and compliance with coding guidelines. Types of Colonoscopies 1. Diagnostic Colonoscopy Definition: Often referred to as a screening colonoscopy, a diagnostic colonoscopy is a preventative … Read more
Basics of Pulmonary tissue ventilation analysis code 0807T, 0808T For the CPT 2024 code set, two new Category III codes (0807T, 0808T) were established to report pulmonary tissue ventilation analysis. This article provides an overview of the intent and use of these new codes. The provider uses software to analyze data that measures the patient’s … Read more
In 2025, their are many new ICD 10 codes in Chapter 2 neoplasm. Yes, their will be separate ICD-10 CM codes for neoplasm in remission phase. Remission means that the signs and symptoms of your cancer are reduced. Remission can be partial or complete. In a complete remission, all signs and symptoms of cancer have disappeared. … Read more
Global period is very important since many small services can be included in this period. But, many medical coders still don’t know how to find the global period of any CPT code. Procedure codes can have 0, 10 & 90 days global period. Depending of the global period of the CPT code, the medical coders … Read more
Plantar fasciitis is a common condition causing heel pain, and if you’re dealing with it, you might come across medical codes like ICD-10. But what exactly does that mean? Let’s break down plantar fasciitis in the context of ICD-10 coding. ICD-10 Explained ICD-10 stands for International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision. It’s a medical coding … Read more
Today I am going to share some important information for getting FREE CEUs for AAPC and AHIMA certified medical coders. Yes, CEUs are very important at the end of the year to retain your certification from AAPC and AHIMA. If you do not submit CEUs on time, you certification can be cancelled or discontinued. So … Read more
Since we are coding different facilities with so many CPT codes, we have to use modifiers also along with CPT codes. This modifier alter the payment service and which helps in the proper payment for the procedure performed by the physician. Similarly today we are going to find out which CPT codes can be assigned … Read more
Get ready for some thrilling updates! The ICD-10-CM code set has just been revamped for fiscal year (FY) 2025, and the new changes are live on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) website as of July 3. These 2025 ICD-10-CM codes are to be used for resident stays occurring from October 1, 2024, … Read more
For the 2025 edition of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code set, several revisions in radiology codes have been proposed. These updates include the introduction of new codes for reporting various procedures such as MRI-monitored transurethral ultrasound ablation of the prostate (TULSA), transcranial Doppler studies, percutaneous radiofrequency (RF) ablation of the thyroid, fascial plane blocks, … Read more