2020 was one of the most challenging years for medical billing and coding companies. While frontline healthcare workers supported by other clinicians risked infection to battle the COVID-19 virus,...
Documenting and Coding Different Types of Wounds – A Detailed Overview
Wounds that damage the skin are of different types and include – abrasions, lacerations, scratches, rupture injuries, punctures, and penetrating wounds. They often occur due to accidents or falls...
Medical Coding Mistakes to Watch Out For [Infographic]
Failing to provide accurate information and the right codes to support claims can lead to denials or delays as well as allegations of improper billing practices. To avoid this, you should know about...
Two Common Knee Ligament Injuries and Their ICD-10 Codes
Knee ligaments connect the bones and cartilage, and hold and support the knee joint. Any mild tear in ligaments may severely limit the movement of the knees. Most commonly occurring from a sports...
Medical Coding Guidelines to Report Diabetes Mellitus
Correct coding of any medical condition including diabetes mellitus is critical in determining the correct reimbursement for encounters related to this disease and for tracking the health care...
Know the Rules to Report Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) in 2021
A lot has been happening with regards to reporting remote patient monitoring (RPM) aka remote physiologic monitoring and our medical billing and coding company is keeping track of the developments....
New ICD-10 Code to report Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome (MIS) in 2021
Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome (MIS) is a complex, serious condition that is associated with COVID-19 in both children and adults. In 2021, there is new ICD-10 code for this condition - M35.81....
A Look at Notable CPT Code Changes for 2021
Each year, the American Medical Association (AMA) CPT code updates. Providers rely on experts in medical billing and coding companies to keep track of these changes and accurately report and...
Medical Codes for Reporting Hyperhidrosis – An Excessive Sweating Disorder
Hyperhidrosis is characterized by excessive sweating that is not normally related to heat or other physical exercises. Also known as polyhidrosis or sudorrhea, the condition can affect just one...