According to the latest report from Crystal Market Research, the Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management Market that was worth USD 35.25 billion in 2014 is expected to reach approximately USD 89.66...
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) – Screening and Coding Guidelines
Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a bulge or swelling in the lower part of the aorta - one of the largest blood vessels in the human body. The aorta circulates blood from the heart and lungs to the...
How to Code Cellulitis Using ICD-10 Medical Codes
Cellulitis is a common, non-contagious bacterial skin infection, usually caused by the streptococcus and staphylococcus germs that enter the deep layers of skin through a wound or sore. It occurs...
60% Doctors Still Not Familiar with MIPS, Finds Study
This is an update on the December 11, 2017 blog "Most Physicians Not Prepared for Value-based Care Transition" The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS), which came into effect in January 2017...
Global Medical Coding Market to Reach USD 25.4 Billion by 2025
Medical coding is in its advanced phase with frequent introduction of the latest versions of classification systems such as ICD-10 and ICD-11. To reduce coding errors, most practices are outsourcing...
Avoid Claim Denials for Audiology Services with Thorough Insurance Verification
Outpatient audiology services are usually covered by health plans, but with limitations, making audiology insurance verification crucial for efficient claim submission and proper reimbursement....
Five Common Summer Ailments – Be Ready with the ICD 10 Codes
Fun-filled outdoor activities in summer can also bring certain perils. From insect bites to sunburn to dehydration and fractures, physicians' practices and their medical coding companies need to be...
How to Document Spondylolisthesis with Accurate ICD-10 Codes
Spondylolisthesis is a degenerative spine condition used to describe vertebral slippage in any direction. Most commonly seen in the lower back (lumbar spine), this spinal condition occurs when one...
Cardiomyopathy Documentation with Accurate ICD-10-Codes
Based in U.S., Outsource Strategies International (OSI) is an MOS company, experienced in providing medical billing and coding services for diverse healthcare specialties including cardiology,...