Outsource Strategies International (OSI), established in 2002, is experienced in providing reliable and customized medical billing and coding services for diverse medical and dental clinics,...
Medicare Podiatry Billing Guidelines
Podiatry specialty deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the human foot. Podiatrists treat diverse foot related conditions such as toenails, heel spurs, fallen...
Six Common Sleep Disorders and Related ICD-10 Codes
Sleep is an important part of one’s daily routine and getting sufficient, quality sleep is vital for physical and mental health. Good quality sleep is essential to maintain critical body functions,...
ICD-10 Codes for Reporting Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a severe mental disorder in which people interpret reality abnormally. Based on the psychiatrist’s documentation, this condition can be reported using the right ICD-10 codes....
Be Familiar with the ICD-10 Codes for Reporting Five Common Skin Conditions
Skin problems can be a major concern, whether it is a mild allergic reaction or other conditions which are far more serious. Regarded as the body’s biggest organ, the skin shields you from different...
Reporting Epilepsy and Seizures with Medical Codes
Outsource Strategies International (OSI) is an experienced hand in providing medical billing, coding and insurance verification tasks for all medical specialties. In today's podcast, our Senior...
ICD-10 Codes for Gastroenteritis, a Common Intestinal Infection
Regarded as the second most common illness in the United States, gastroenteritis is a condition that causes swelling and inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract - the pathway responsible for...
How to Code for Dental Caries Using ICD-10 Medical Codes
Dental caries signify the permanent destruction of tooth enamel – the hard, outer layer of the teeth that develop into tiny openings or holes. Also called tooth decay or cavities, dental caries are...
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ICD-10 Coding and Documentation of Hypertensive Crisis [Infographics]
Hypertensive crisis refers to severe increase in blood pressure. Left untreated, the condition can lead to stroke, heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, and rupture of your body's main artery...