A torn meniscus, an injury that occurs when you kneel, squat, or lift something heavy, is quite common among athletes and active individuals. Meniscectomy is the surgical removal of all or part of a...
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Coding Chondromalacia Patella in ICD-10 [Infographic]
Chondromalacia patella is a condition where in the cartilage on the under surface of the patella (kneecap) deteriorates and softens. Outsourced medical billing services are a practical option when...
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ICD-10 Coding and Documentation of Hypertensive Crisis [Infographics]
Hypertensive crisis refers to severe increase in blood pressure. Left untreated, the condition can lead to stroke, heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, and rupture of your body's main artery...
Tobacco Use, Dependence, and Exposure – ICD-10 Codes
Tobacco use is the largest preventable cause of death and disease in the United States. To spread awareness about the health risks associated with tobacco use, May 31 is observed as World No Tobacco...
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Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy – 2019 CPT Code Updates [Infographics]
Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) is a simple biopsy technique usually done in the breast, thyroid gland or lymph nodes in the neck, groin, or armpit. In this procedure, a thin needle is passed through...
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Common Summer Diseases and Their ICD-10 Codes [Infographics]
Though summer is the time for fun and travel, it also brings a number of diseases/ ailments. Knowledge of ICD-10 codes is crucial for reporting these conditions correctly. Healthcare providers...
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Clinical Documentation for Annual Wellness Visit – What to Know [Infographics]
Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) is an appointment done yearly with a primary care provider (PCP) to prevent illness based on current health and risk factors. Physicians can get these annual visits...
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ICD-10 Coding for Addison’s Disease [Infographics]
Nephrology medical coding involves using ICD-10, CPT as well as HCPCS codes for all conditions including Addison’s disease. Accurate codes help prevent claim denials. A rare disorder which occurs...
Documentation and Coding of Bariatric Surgery Procedures
Bariatric surgery is one of those proven weight loss options that can be used to address morbid obesity as well. Proper reimbursement for these surgery procedures rely on accurate submission of...
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