by Outsource Strategies International. | Published on Nov 15, 2018 | Resources, Medical Coding News (A)
Central serous retinopathy (CSR) is an eye condition in which fluid builds up underneath the retina in the eye, which affects the vision. The sudden buildup of fluid can cause a partial detachment of the retina. The retina is a thin, sensitive layer of tissue in the...
by Outsource Strategies International. | Published on Nov 8, 2018 | Resources, Infographics
Starting from October 1, 2017, a new set of ICD-10 codes came into effect for low vision and blindness. Coders in medical coding companies use these new codes accurately in the medical claims they prepare for ophthalmology practices.
by Outsource Strategies International. | Published on Nov 1, 2018 | Resources, Medical Coding News (A)
Skin biopsy is one of the most common procedures that dermatologists perform on a daily basis. The coding changes unveiled for dermatology include a set of six new biopsy codes (three primary codes, each with an add-on code). The new skin biopsy codes are CPT...
by Outsource Strategies International. | Published on Oct 25, 2018 | Resources, Infographics
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement. People with this condition may experience tremor, slowness of movement, limb rigidity as well as gait and balance problems. To meet the complicated PD documentation requirements, most...
by Outsource Strategies International. | Published on Oct 18, 2018 | Resources, Medical Coding News (A)
Cardiovascular coding is complicated as the procedures are intricate and difficult to understand. In 2019, cardiovascular coding will see several significant changes. Having expert cardiology medical coding services is critical to code correctly, support accuracy and...