We are have specific CPT codes for skin biopsy. These procedure codes will be more specific compared to previous procedure codes. Their are around 6 CPT codes for skin biopsy, punch biopy and incisional biopsy. Before going ahead have a look at the some of the coding tips for different facility in coding. Coding guide for remote monitoring CPT codes Coding guide for Neurology CPT codes Fine Needle aspiration CPT codes Gastrostomy tube replacement codes Coding Guide Deleted CPT codes for skin biopsy from 2019 CPT code 11100 and 11101…
Read MoreMeasure 047 PQRS or MIPS Coding Guidelines
What is MIPS or PQRS Measure? The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) was a reporting program of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). It gave eligible professionals (EPs) the opportunity to assess the quality of care they were providing to their patients, helping to ensure that patients get the right care at the right time. Now it is called as Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) Quality Measures. Today we will learn about coding Measures (Measure 047, Advance Care Plan). The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) track of Medicare’s…
Read MoreCPT code 75774: Coding tips for Addon code
CPT code 75774 is reported for each additional vessel studied after the basic, initial study. It involves manipulating the catheter into additional second, third, or higher order vessels within a vascular family and performing injection of contrast and taking additional films. This code is an add-on code and cannot stand alone. Case scenario 1 for addon CPT code 75774 Via femoral puncture the physician passes a catheter into the right subclavian artery and performs an arm arteriogram. This reveals probable stenosis of the distal radial artery, so the physician advances…
Read MoreAwesome tips for Coding an ED report
As a medical coder, I always wanted to learn all the coding facilities. The best thing I like about medical coding is that, you can learn everything here. The amount of knowledge you gain while coding a medical report is unbelievable. Initially people have difficulty in coding a medical report, but when they know everything about ICD and CPT coding guidelines, they become expert in coding. I always say that having CPC certification from AAPC and having experience in multiple speciality coding, will always boost your career growth. I see…
Read MoreTop Common CPT code Errors by Medical Coders
Procedures codes are very important in Medical coding. The process of payment mostly depends on CPT codes. Each CPT code refers a procedure, which has a particular dollar value. Medical coders need to use one or multiple procedure codes to define a procedure. But, even a single unit of change in CPT code will completely change the definition of that procedure. I have been using CPT codes from last 8 years and have come done lot of errors while using them. Till you don’t do errors you will not learn,…
Read MoreCoding guide for “KISSING STENTS” CPT code for Medical coders
Basics about Kissing Stents CPT code For coding vascular procedure in interventional radiology, a through knowledge about blood vessels is very important. For both upper and lower extremity coding procedures, coder should have a good anatomic knowledge about arteries and veins. Also, the medical coder should follow the coding rules of vascular families while coding selective and non-selective catheterization procedures. Coming to interventional procedures, we have learnt about angioplasty, stent and atherectomy procedure codes for lower extremity previously. Kissing stent are also placed in the lower extremity arteries in common…
Read MoreMedical Billing Terminology and Glossary
Medical billing is a also a very important part of Revenue Cycle Management (RCM). The Medical bill is the chief important document for the payment from the payer. The medical billing part includes lot of terminologies which needs to be understood by everyone. These important terms will help you clear give more information about medical billing process and the health insurrance part. List of important terms or terminology used in Medical Billing Adjudication The final determination of the issues involving settlement of an insurance claim. Adjustment The portion of medical…
Read MoreHow to improve your Skills in Medical Coding
Medical coding is a great career option for most of the professionals. But, in any field one has to keep learning to be ahead in this competitive world. Such competition is also there between medical coders. Coding CPT and ICD code for a medical report is not easy for everyone. Many of us think we get easily become medical coder and survive in the field of medical coding. But, I would suggest there is very healthy competition in Medical coding, so do not ever take it for granted of being…
Read More2022 New Category III Codes for Coders
List of New Category III Section Codes for 2022 0674T Laparoscopic insertion of new or replacement of permanent implantable synchronized diaphragmatic stimulation system for augmentation of cardiac function, including an implantable pulse generator and diaphragmatic lead(s) 0675T Laparoscopic insertion of new or replacement of diaphragmatic lead(s), permanent implantable synchronized diaphragmatic stimulation system for augmentation of cardiac function, including connection to an existing pulse generator; first lead 0676T each additional lead (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure) 0677T Laparoscopic repositioning of diaphragmatic lead(s), permanent implantable synchronized diaphragmatic stimulation…
Read MoreMeasure 012 PQRS or MIPS Coding Guidelines
What is MIPS or PQRS Measure? The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) was a reporting program of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). It gave eligible professionals (EPs) the opportunity to assess the quality of care they were providing to their patients, helping to ensure that patients get the right care at the right time. Now it is called as Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) Quality Measures. Today we will learn about coding Measures (Measure 012, Primary open-angle Glaucoma (POAG): Optic Nerve Evaluation). The Merit-based Incentive Payment System…
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