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Percutaneous Lung Biopsy Cpt code : Perfect Coding guide

May 21, 2023December 16, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Learn how to code Percutaneous Lung Biopsy Cpt code

Basics of Percutaneous Lung Biopsy Cpt code In interventional radiology, we have many CPT codes for Biopsy procedures. Breast biopsy has the most number of CPT codes to code in Percutaneous surgery. Now, as we know biopsy procedure are done to take sample of particular organ and study it to find any abnormal finding in them. Like breast biopsy, we examine breast mass or lesion to see whether it is malignant or benign for breast cancer, similarly lung biopsy is done to examine the abnormal lung mass or nodule present in…

Schizophrenia ICD 10 CM Coding Strategies ; A guide for coders

May 18, 2023May 18, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Basics of Schizophrenia ICD 10 CM Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder in which people interpret reality abnormally. Schizophrenia may result in some combination of hallucinations, delusions, and extremely disordered thinking and behavior that impairs daily functioning, and can be disabling. F20.9 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. F20.9 – Schizophrenia, unspecified Related Synonyms of Schizophrenia ICD 10 CM Chronic schizophrenia Schizophrenia Schizophrenia in remission Schizophrenia, chronic Schizophrenia, subchronic Schizophrenia, subchronic with acute episode Subchronic schizophrenia Subchronic schizophrenia with acute…

Top ICD 10 coding tips for HIV

May 16, 2023December 15, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Coding guidelines for HIV B20 reports human immunodeficiency virus diseases and includes AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome), which is caused by HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). HIV affects certain white blood cells (T-4 lymphocytes) and destroys the ability of the cells to fight infections, making patients susceptible to a host of infectious diseases (e.g., Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia [PCP], Kaposi’s sarcoma, and lymphoma). AIDS-related complex (ARC) is an outdated term for lesser infections associated with HIV. Additional code(s) are reported to identify all the manifestations of AIDS. It is extremely important that…

Joint replacement (Wrist, Ankle & Elbow) Coding guide

May 14, 2023December 16, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Basics of Joint replacement procedures Joint replacement procedure are very common in old age patient. With growing age the bone density decreases and hence joint problems increases. In most of the case joint replacement procedure help in treatment problems like arthritis, osteoarthritis etc. Medical coders has lot of confusion in coding joint replacement or arthroplasty procedure. To code the arthroplasty procedures, coders have to check the below things in the medical report. Procedure objective (replacement or revision of joint) Joint invovled with laterality Surface of joint being treated (acetabular, femoral,…

Thrombocytopenia ICD-10 CM Coding Guide

May 12, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Basics of ICD-10 CM codes of Thrombocytopenia Thrombocytopenia occurs when your bone marrow doesn’t make enough platelets. Platelets form blood clots to help stop bleeding. D69.6 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Clinical Information A condition in which there is a lower-than-normal number of platelets in the blood. It may result in easy bruising and excessive bleeding from wounds or bleeding in mucous membranes and other tissues. A condition in which there is an abnormally small number of platelets in…

Mastering CPT Code 97116: Tips and Tricks for Accurate Billing

May 9, 2023June 2, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Basics of CPT code 97116 The provider instructs the patient in the proper ways of practicing various exercises, including climbing stairs, focusing on one or more areas, that assist them in walking comfortably and without strain for a period of 15 minutes. Below is the code description for CPT code 97116. 97116 Therapeutic procedure, 1 or more areas, each 15 minutes; gait training (includes stair climbing) The qualified health care provider trains the patient in specific activities that will facilitate ambulation and stair climbing with or without an assistive device.…

Unlocking the Secrets of 90686 CPT Code: A Majestic Guide for Coders

May 9, 2023June 2, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Basics of 90686 CPT code The provider administers into a muscle of a patient, a preservative–free, four–strain influenza virus vaccine, in a 0.5 mL dose to provide immunity to four forms of influenza, a severe and infectious respiratory disease. Below is the description of 90686 CPT code. 90686 Influenza virus vaccine, quadrivalent, split virus, preservative free, when administered to individuals 3 years of age and older, for intramuscular use Influenza also known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness which is caused by influenza viruses and can cause mild…

97530 CPT code – Coding guidelines for coders

May 8, 2023May 22, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Basics of 97530 CPT code The provider uses various activities during direct contact with the patient to improve the patient’s functional performance. Use this code for each 15 minutes of activity. Below is the description of 97530 CPT code. 97530 -“Therapeutic activities, direct (one-on-one) patient contact (use of dynamic activities to improve functional performance), each 15 minutes” A qualified health care provider uses dynamic therapeutic activities designed to achieve improved functional performance (e.g., lifting, pulling, bending). This code requires direct contact by a qualified health care provider with the patient…

From Confusion to Clarity: Demystifying the 97140 CPT Code for Coders

May 8, 2023June 2, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Basics of 97140 CPT code Manual therapy is a form of physical therapy which uses the controlled movement and pressure of hands to treat various disorders of soft tissues and joints, eg, chronic back pain. Manual therapy helps in improving joint mobility, alignment, tissue repair, lymphatic drainage, and traction. Below is description of 97140 CPT code. 97140 Manual therapy techniques (eg, mobilization/ manipulation, manual lymphatic drainage, manual traction), 1 or more regions, each 15 minutes A qualified health care provider performs manual therapy techniques including, but not limited to, soft…

Neck surgery excision or incision CPT code list

May 4, 2023May 4, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

NECK — Neck surgery – Major excision or incision of the larynx and radical neck dissection; does not include thyroid and parathyroid operations Procedure Code Category CPT Codes Code Description CPT code 31300 Laryngotomy (thyrotomy, laryngofissure); with removal of tumor or laryngocele, cordectomy CPT code 31360 Laryngectomy; total, without radical neck dissection CPT code 31365 Laryngectomy; total, with radical neck dissection CPT code 31367 Laryngectomy; subtotal supraglottic, without radical neck dissection CPT code 31368 Laryngectomy; subtotal supraglottic, with radical neck dissection CPT code 31370 Partial laryngectomy (hemilaryngectomy); horizontal CPT code…