Understanding anesthesia modifiers and HCPCS Level II modifiers is essential for accurate medical billing and coding. These two-digit codes provide critical information to payers about the circumstances under which a procedure or service was performed. Proper use of...
The provision of longitudinal care is the crux of family medicine and represents the ongoing relationship between patients and their physician. Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)...
Glomerulonephritis (GN) is a chronic kidney disease (CKD) characterized by inflammation of the glomeruli – the tiny filters in the kidneys that filter waste and excess fluids. The excess fluid and...
Did you know that 4 in 10 people have delayed or totally skipped healthcare in the past two years due to cost concerns? Now, imagine a scenario where a patient who has undergone treatment receives a...
Atypical pneumonia is an infectious condition that is caused by bacteria different from the more common ones that cause pneumonia. Also referred to as walking pneumonia, this condition is caused by...
Every year, claim denials result in substantial losses for healthcare providers. Managing denied claims is a crucial element in healthcare revenue cycle management (RCM). Agencies handling rejected...
Temporal Lobe Epilepsy (TLE) is characterized by seizures originating in the temporal lobes of the brain. The temporal lobes of the brain are areas which process emotions and are important for...
Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) is one of the most common infectious diseases encountered in clinical practice. According to government surveys, CAP accounts for over 4.5 million outpatient and...
Accurate orthopedic medical billing and coding is essential to get reimbursed for services rendered. Errors in claim submission can lead to denials and even substantial fines. However, revenue cycle...
Thyroid disorders include a wide range of conditions affecting the thyroid gland. Managing patients with thyroid disorders requires a comprehensive approach that includes accurate diagnosis,...
Temporomandibular Joint disorder (TMJD) is a condition that causes pain and tenderness in your jaw joints and surrounding muscles and ligaments. According to the National Institute of Dental and...
