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Today, we will checkout the coding guidelines for remote monitoring cpt codes for medical coders. These codes needs have been added in 2019 and have separate coding guidelines. The three new CPT code 99453, 99454 & 99457 that cover remote patient monitoring equipment, setup and monitoring services are added. These codes represent how health care professionals … Read more
Basics about Fracture Fracture is a break in bone or cartilage. Although usually a result of trauma, a fracture can be the result of an acquired disease of bone, such as osteoporosis. Most bone fractures are caused by falls and accidents. There are a number of different types of fractures, including avulsion, comminuted, and hairline fractures. … Read more
The CPT Editorial Panel (the Panel) has approved a new vaccine product code (91309) and its associated vaccine administration code (0094A) for the Moderna booster dose–specific COVID-19 vaccine product for adult patients aged 18 years and older, which will become effective upon receiving the emergency use authorization (EUA) approval from the Food and Drug Administration … Read more
The long-term presence of access catheters in the vascular system may result in development of clot and/or fibrin within or around the catheter, causing the catheter to become non-functional. The most common complication of a semi-permanent CVC is the formation of a fibrin sheath at the tip of the catheter that causes obstruction or reduced … Read more
We have different set of codes in medical coding. CPT codes, ICD 10 and Modifiers are the main pillars of Medical coding. If you are good in finding correct code, you will be perfect medical coder. CPT code are responsible for payment of procedures, since each CPT code represent a Procedure or Exam and has … Read more
In radiology facility, the medical charts are very descriptive. Yes, there are certain specific information given in chart for coding correct CPT and ICD 10 codes. As per my experience, the Technique, Reason for exam & the Conclusion (impression) are the main section of radiology medical charts to code them perfectly. Now, to code a … Read more
Basics about Q6 modifier Locum physicians are the Credential Medicare substitute physician who is also called as locum tenens. These physicians are independent contractor. The physician takes care of regular physician services in their absence. These physicians are paid a fixed price by the regular physician for taking care of services in their absence. The … Read more
In radiology coding, we usually come across CT,CTA, MRI, X-ray reports etc. charts which are very common in this facility. Radiology coding is not difficult if you know how to read and code a medical report. Yes, we don’t have to take any training or clear any CPC certification exam to be a radiology coder. If … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more