Navigating the world of billing and coding can be overwhelming for chiropractors. Compliance with Medicare and private insurer requirements is crucial and providers must carefully manage coding, coverage, and documentation of services to ensure timely payment....
Effective billing and coding practices play a crucial role in the financial stability and operational efficiency of pain management practices. Pain management involves a wide range of procedures, interventions, and medications, each requiring specific coding. The...
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a gastrointestinal disorder affecting millions of people worldwide. The condition primarily affects the stomach and intestines (also called the gastrointestinal tract). As per recent reports, about 45 million people living in the...
Orthopedic billing is notably complex process that requires a deep understanding of medical coding, insurance regulations, and compliance requirements. With the ever-changing landscape of healthcare, staying up-to-date with the latest billing practices and industry...
Neurology billing and coding pose unique challenges due to the complexity of neurological disorders, intricate documentation requirements, regulatory compliance, and the healthcare system itself. Accurate coding and billing are crucial for any medical specialty,...
Occupational therapy evaluations are an essential part of helping patients regain their independence and improve their quality of life. However, accurately documenting these evaluations can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to coding. CPT (Current...
Coding for surgical services can be a complex task due to the multitude of rules, guidelines, and exceptions that are subject to frequent changes. General surgical consultations play a crucial role in patient management. Incorrect coding of these consultative services...
Healthcare professionals work to help people maintain and regain their health. At the same time, they cannot ignore the business aspects of healthcare. While their primary focus is patient care, providers need to monitor and optimize their revenue cycle to keep their...
An update to the blog, "Maximizing Care and Reimbursement with Chronic Care Management Codes" CMS explains chronic care management (CCM) as a critical component of primary care that contributes to better outcomes, reduces overall health care costs and helps achieve...
Chronic pain is a public health crisis in the United States, according to the Institute of Medicine (IOM). Studies estimate that 50 million adults in the country live with chronic pain, causing $80 billion in lost wages and lost productivity of nearly $300 billion...