Lungs are a sophisticated mechanism that expands and contracts hundreds of times daily to take in oxygen and expel carbon dioxide. Scarring or inflammation of the tissue restricts the lungs from adequately expanding. That makes it difficult for the lungs to absorb O2 and release CO2. Lung disease can be caused by abnormalities in any portion of the respiratory system. Over the … [Read more...] about ICD-10 Codes for Three Common Lung Diseases
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Guidelines For Chronic Liver Disease
Liver is internal organ in human body which is located on the right side of your belly, under your ribs. The liver plays a vital role in the body as nutrients and trash pass through your digestive system; the liver separates them. It also produces bile, a chemical that eliminates toxins from the body and assists digestion. In the clinical context, chronic liver disease is a … [Read more...] about Guidelines For Chronic Liver Disease
Basics & Guidelines of ICD-10-PCS
The United States HCFA, now known as CMS, supported a preliminary design effort to replace volume 3 of the ICD-9-CM in 1992. In 1995 HCFA granted 3M Health Information Systems (HIS) 3-year contract to design a process code replacement system. ICD-10-PCS was continuously amended and updated in the years between development and implementation, often behind the scenes. However, as … [Read more...] about Basics & Guidelines of ICD-10-PCS
Some Transplant Status For HCC Codes
Proper HCC coding is critical for predicting future healthcare financial resources and claiming adequate reimbursement. The HCC model is a value-based payment model established in 2004 to give a Risk Adjustment Factor (RAF) to each Medicare patient to predict the patient's overall cost. It enables healthcare practitioners to properly communicate with patients about the … [Read more...] about Some Transplant Status For HCC Codes
What Do You Need To Know About Wound Care Coding?
Many family doctors give wound care to nursing home patients. Proper coding and billing for such wound care are critical to ensuring adequate payment and avoiding potential claims of fraud or abuse. Determining when to describe chemical cauterization of granulation tissue vs debridement is one of the issues in this area, particularly for Medicare patients. The wound care … [Read more...] about What Do You Need To Know About Wound Care Coding?
Musculoskeletal System Section CPT Updates for 2022
American Medical Association adds new, amended, and removed codes to the CPT code set, along with logic and rationale for the changes every year. The Musculoskeletal System component of the CPT code set for 2022 has undergone considerable modifications, with numerous updates in both guidelines and definitions. System Musculoskeletal: Bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and … [Read more...] about Musculoskeletal System Section CPT Updates for 2022
Updated CPT Codes For Spinal Fusions
American Medical Association adds new, amended, and removed codes to the CTP code set, along with logic and rationale for the changes every year. The CPT code set for 2022 includes adjustments to guidelines, parenthetical remarks, definitions, and coding instructions for spinal fusions. Following are the significant changes in spinal fusions. New CPT codes for Spinal … [Read more...] about Updated CPT Codes For Spinal Fusions
ICD-10 codes for Fractured Tooth
Cracked tooth syndrome (CTS) is a condition when a crack occurs in your tooth or you have a fractured tooth. Sometimes the damage is minor and harmless and sometimes it causes your teeth to crack or split. Age, tooth grinding, trauma, and other reasons can lead to a broken or cracked tooth. You may not notice any signs of a cracked tooth. You may also experience discomfort and … [Read more...] about ICD-10 codes for Fractured Tooth
CDT Codes For Root Canal Procedure
A root canal is a dental operation that involves the removal of the tooth's soft interior to protect your tooth. It is also known as pulp and pulp is composed of nerves, connective tissue, and blood arteries that helps in the tooth's growth. The pulp runs from the tooth's crown to the tip of the roots, where it links to the tissues that surround the root. The pulp is essential … [Read more...] about CDT Codes For Root Canal Procedure
Medicaid Coverage and CPT Codes for Orthodontics
Orthodontics is a subspecialty of dentistry. The term "orthodontics" is made up of two Greek words: "orthos," which means "straight or correct," and "dontics," which means "teeth." Thus, orthodontics refers to the practice of straightening misaligned teeth or malocclusions. Orthodontists are dentists who specialize in the Treatment of abnormal tooth, jaw, and face … [Read more...] about Medicaid Coverage and CPT Codes for Orthodontics
CPT And HCPCS Codes For Ambulance Services
When the patient's condition is such that any other mode of transportation would risk the patient's health, ambulance transportation is a recognized service, e.g. suppose a patient has been in a car accident; the ambulance carries the patient to the hospital, and the patient arrives for treatment. There are CPT codes for ground ambulance services that include both land and … [Read more...] about CPT And HCPCS Codes For Ambulance Services
Medical Coding Guidelines For Dermatology
Dermatology practices face distinct medical billing and coding problems due to their specialty. Because dermatology needs both medical and surgical features, dermatology medical billing can be extensive and necessitates a thorough grasp of dermatological CPT codes, modifier usage, and other considerations. With electronic health records, proper, appropriate coding and … [Read more...] about Medical Coding Guidelines For Dermatology
What Do You Need To Know About Urology Billing Services
Urology billing and coding services include billing and coding for all diagnoses and treatments offered to repair urinary system and male reproductive system dysfunctions. Because of its codes and terminology, billing for urology services might be more complicated than for other specialties. Urology billing and coding need particular experience and understanding, which can … [Read more...] about What Do You Need To Know About Urology Billing Services
Billing And Coding Guidelines For Emergency Rooms
A hospital room is staffed and prepared to receive and treat patients who require emergency medical attention. It is a medical treatment centre specializing in emergency medicine or the acute care of patients who arrive without an appointment, either independently or through an ambulance. The emergency department is often located in a hospital or other primary care facility. It … [Read more...] about Billing And Coding Guidelines For Emergency Rooms
Guidelines On Medical Coding For Hospitalists
What is a hospitalist? Hospitalist is a doctor who cares for patients at a all. They have the same education and training as general care doctor but are specialized in-hospital care. They may also specialize in pediatric medicine, internal medicine, or family medicine. Medical coding for hospitalized patients is complicated because their diseases tend to be more complex … [Read more...] about Guidelines On Medical Coding For Hospitalists