Medicare payment for outpatient services and ambulatory surgical center (ASC) services in practices is based on set rates under Medicare Part B. ASC Payment System covers surgical procedures done in ASC facilities. CMS updates the OPPS (Outpatient Prospective Payment...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 37 million Americans, including adults and children, have diabetes. If not managed properly, this chronic condition can lead to serious complications. Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is a reliable...
A chronic spine condition, scoliosis refers to abnormal lateral curvature of the spine. The condition can affect any part of the spine, but the most common regions are the chest area in the thoracic and thoracic-lumbar regions. As per reports from the American...
Hyperlipidemia is a common medical condition characterized by elevated levels of lipids (such as cholesterol and triglycerides) in the blood. In ICD-10, hyperlipidemia is classified under the “E” category, which includes endocrine, nutritional, and...
The per capita expenditure on healthcare in the United States increased significantly since 1960 and amounted to $125000 in 2020, according to Statista. A significant portion of this sum is spent on health insurance. Physicians need to submit claims or bills to...