Pain management involves a wide range of procedures, interventions, and medications, each requiring specific coding. Successful claim submission requires in-depth knowledge of medical terminology, CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding guidelines, and payer-specific policies....
Addison's disease (also known as primary adrenal insufficiency or hypoadrenalism) is a rare disorder which occurs when the outer layer of the adrenal glands gets damaged. The adrenal glands are two...
Fun-filled outdoor activities in summer can also bring certain perils. From insect bites to sunburn to dehydration and fractures, physicians' practices and their medical coding companies need to be...
About 20 million people in the USA (15% of the population) have gallstones, according to the World Gastroenterology Organization. Cholecystitis or gallstone disease occurs when gallstones...
Heart disease is the most common cause of death and disability in men in the U.S. According to the American Heart Association, 1 in 3 American men suffer from one or more cardiovascular conditions,...
Spondylolisthesis is a degenerative spine condition used to describe vertebral slippage in any direction. Most commonly seen in the lower back (lumbar spine), this spinal condition occurs when one...
Hypothyroidism is a condition that occurs when your body doesn't produce enough thyroid hormones. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped organ that resides at the base of your neck and releases...
Different from a drug side effect or drug toxicity, a drug allergy is more likely with certain medications. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, about 5-10% of the...
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common hand and arm condition caused by the compression of the median nerve, a narrow passageway on the palm side of your wrist. The condition, (which usually...
Physician house calls are experiencing a resurgence mainly due to an aging population, improved technology allowing for diagnostic tests to be done in the home. Another factor that has contributed...
Varicose veins are a common condition treated in physicians' offices and hospital outpatient departments. Several types of procedures are used to treat incompetent veins. Medical coding outsourcing...
