A chronic skin condition, eczema causes red, itchy and inflamed patches on the skin. Also known as atopic dermatitis (AD), it is more common among children, but can occur at any age. There are different types and stages of eczema that is long lasting (chronic) and...
Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC) is a rare, aggressive type of skin cancer. MCC usually develops as a painless, firm bump that can be red-purple or skin-colored and is typically detected when it begins to grow rapidly. The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates that about...
A reputable medical billing and coding company, Outsource Strategies International (OSI)’s article “How the COVID-19 Pandemic has Affected Mental Health” has been featured as the cover story of the BC Advantage Magazine, the highly acclaimed CEU-approved national...
A colon polyp is a growth that forms on the lining of the colon (large intestine) or rectum. Colon polyps are usually harmless, but can develop into colon cancer. There are many types of polyps and the five most common types are: inflammatory, hyperplastic,...
Evaluation and Management (E/M) codes are the most common professional services that a medical billing and coding company helps physicians report on claims. The rules for documenting these services are periodically re-evaluated and revised to improve patient care and...
