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CPT code 75635 & 74175 : CTA Abdominal Aorta Coding

May 5, 2022June 4, 2022 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

When to use CPT code 74175 & 75635 (CTA Abdominal Aorta)

Basics of CPT code 75635 & 74175 A computed tomographic angiography (CTA) of the lower extremity is performed with contrast material including image postprocessing. Noncontrast images may also be obtained and are included when performed. CTA provides images of the blood vessels using a combination of computed tomography (CT) and angiography with contrast material. When angiography is performed using CT, multiple images are obtained and processed on a computer to create detailed, two-dimensional, cross-sectional views of the blood vessels. As we know CTA chest, head, neck, extremities, abdomen and pelvis are…

Dental Codes d0150, d0120 and d0180 coding Guidelines

May 4, 2022June 7, 2022 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

The dental examination codes in medical coding can be very confusing sometimes. Today, we will check about the coding guidelines for the dental exams which consist of 8 unique codes. These codes will be used depending on the type of dental exam perfromed on the patients. During a dental examination, your dentist will perform a visual examination, and possibly looking for: New cavities Weaknesses in already installed crowns, fillings and bridgework Gum or bone recession Teeth deterioration due to abnormal bite, bruxism or TMJ Read also: Coding Guide for Tonsillectomy…

Amazing guide for CPT code for Angiogram in Surgery

May 3, 2022June 4, 2022 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Basics about CPT code for Angiogram For percutaneous surgery, it is very important to code the angiography codes for studying the arteries or veins. In interventional radiology, we have many CPT codes for angiograms that are specific are each artery or vein. These Angiogram procedure codes are little different for breast biopsy CPT codes and the regular non-vascular Interventional procedure like nephrostogram, Cholangiogram, arthrocentesis etc. Since, these are used only for the vascular procedures it is very important to know the anatomy and physiology about blood vessels especially about arteries. Most…

Curious case of ICD 10 code for urosepsis

May 2, 2022June 4, 2022 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Curious case of ICD 9 code for urosepsis

Difference between ICD 10 code for Urosepsis and Sepsis In ICD 10 coding sepsis is little complicated. Coding of sepsis involves use of two or more codes. There is separate coding guideline only for Sepsis where we can learn how to easily code sepsis. It is infectious and can lead to organ failure if not take care at right time. Now, I am here just to remove confusion about ICD 10 code for urosepsis and sepsis. Now, both are defines separately in ICD 10. Urosepsis has no icd 10 diagnosis…

Key Changes for ICD-10-PCS Guideline Updates for FY2022

May 2, 2022May 2, 2022 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

CMS released the Official ICD-10-PCS Coding Guidelines for fiscal year 2022, which went into effect October 1st. The FY 2022 PCS guidelines include three guideline revisions in the Medical and Surgical section (B3.7, B4.1c, B4.8) and two guideline revisions from the New Technology section (E1.a, E1.b). Although key changes will be highlighted in this blog, be sure to review the 2022 ICD-10-PCS Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting in their entirety to ensure proper coding and reporting. Guideline B3.7 Control vs. More Specific Root Operations Guideline B3.7 has been revised…

Don’t Stop after Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification

May 1, 2022December 20, 2022 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Basics of Certified Professional Coder (CPC) As a professional, I always thought of choosing a field that will give me a bright future. Now, when I talk about future, one has to understand that things change very fast with time. Why I am mentioning this because when we look back in past, we see us in a different world. Now, what changes with time is the technology. You will slowly come to know what we are going to discuss here. Now, I have already shared previously how medical coding can…

Coding tips: CPT codes for Fine Needle Aspiration

May 1, 2022May 8, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Basics of Fine Needle aspiration CPT code 10021 Fine needle aspiration (FNA) is a percutaneous procedure performed with the use of fine gauge needle (mostly around 22 to 25 gauge). A syringe is also used to remove the sample fluid from the cyst or to remove clusters of cells from a solid mass. FNA procedure codes are not site specific. For core biopsy we have different procedure codes for percutaneous lung biopsy or thyroid biopsy. CPT code used for fine needle aspiration is 10021 (CPT code 10022 is deleted in 2019).…

Why CPC certification is a must for Medical Coders

April 30, 2022October 18, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

A career in medical coding is not stable if don’t carry any credentials. As a coder we always thought of gaining experience and learning new facilities. But, if we have to survive in this competitive world, we have to carry at least one medical coding certificate. As a fresher, coders do not have much knowledge about medical coding certification exams. Once we start gaining experience as medical coder we start looking for certifications. If your experience and certification goes hand in hand, you can have a very nice future in medical…

List of HCPCS Ambulance Modifiers for coders

April 30, 2022June 8, 2022 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

We have learnt about HCPCS level II modifiers in my previous post. Today, we will checkout the list of HCPCS ambulance modifiers used by medical coders in medical coding. Code(s) Description DD Diagnostic/therapeutic site other than P/H to another Diagnostic/therapeutic site other than P/H DE Diagnostic/therapeutic site other than P/H to a Residential/Domiciliary/Custodial fac. DG Diagnostic/therapeutic site other than P/H to a Hospital-based Dialysis Facility DH Diagnostic/therapeutic site other than P/H to a Hospital DI Diagnostic/therapeutic site other than P/H to a Site of ambulance transport…

TOP 10 Websites for Medical coders for CPC preparation

April 29, 2022May 8, 2023 Jitendra M.Sc CPC

Details about Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Today internet has made this world so small, that we can learn anything by sitting at any corner of this world. Yes, for medical coders also we have a lot of information available in internet which can help you to increase your knowledge in medical coding. When I was a coder, I used to surf internet and follows few of the websites which provides very useful information to me. This information might help you in preparation for Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam. You can…