A dentist’s clinical decisions guide the procedures performed, but accurate documentation using the correct CDT codes is crucial for proper claim submission and reimbursement. Every procedure must be documented in both the patient’s dental record and the claim form...
Medical Coding
Detailed Clinical Documentation Crucial for Accurate Abscess Coding
A skin abscess is a pocket of pus that forms under the skin. Incision and drainage (I&D) is the key treatment for skin and soft tissue abscesses. This minor surgical procedure involves making an...
ICD-10 Codes for Basal Cell Carcinoma – A Common Type of Skin Cancer
Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is a condition that causes a lump, bump or lesion to form on the outside layer of your skin (epidermis). It most often appears on areas of the skin that are exposed to the...
ICD-10 Codes for Diverticulitis – What Medical Coders Need to Know
Understanding the specific ICD-10 codes for diverticulitis is essential for accurate and compliant medical billing, especially for those specializing in gastroenterology medical coding. Medical...
Medicare Telehealth Policy Updates for 2025
Telehealth became a mainstay during the pandemic, allowing providers and patients to stay connected when socialization restrictions were in place. In 2025, Medicare’s pandemic-era telehealth...
Anesthesiology Coding: Key Guidelines for Accurate Claims
Anesthesiology coding involves precisely documenting the services provided by anesthesiologists during surgical and procedural care. Accurate coding is crucial for ensuring proper medical billing,...
Understanding the ICD-10 Code for Acute Encephalopathy
Acute encephalopathy occurs due to rapid alteration in brain function and this change in brain function may result from several underlying causes such as infections, toxic exposure or metabolic...
2025 Pediatric CPT Code Updates
As the healthcare industry moves into 2025, pediatricians and medical coders face a fresh set of challenges with updates to the CPT codes. While keeping up with the 2025 AMA CPT revisions for...
What’s the Difference between a New Patient and an Established Patient?
Evaluation and management (E/M) codes apply to visits and services that involve evaluating and managing patient health. E/M services include office and outpatient visits, hospital visits, home...
Why Minimizing Missed Patient Appointments Is Essential for Practices
A common misconception is that missed patient appointments free up time for healthcare professionals to complete other tasks. In reality, missed appointments lead to disruptions in the carefully...
AMA Announces Changes to Vaccine Codes for 2025
Vaccine codes, such as those for immunizations and related procedures, are subject to frequent updates, especially with the introduction of new vaccines or modifications in billing requirements. The...