Encephalitis is an acute inflammation of the active tissues of the brain. The condition can typically develop due to a direct brain infection from a virus, bacteria or fungus. It can also occur when the immune system responds to past infection or when the body’s...
The American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) defines speech-language therapy (SLP) as “Treatment to regain and strengthen speech skills”. According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), an estimated 1 in 12 children in the U.S....
The American Medical Association (AMA) has released CPT® Evaluation and Management (E/M) Code and Guideline Changes that will go into effect January 1, 2023 Evaluation and Management (E/M) services include office visits, hospital visits, home services, and preventive...
Regarded as a serious immune disorder, immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) occurs when the blood in the body doesn’t clot quickly as the body has low levels of platelets – the cells that help blood clot. Formerly known as idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, the...
Regarded as a common eye disorder, Blepharitis occurs due to inflammation of the eyelids. Also called lid margin disease, the condition normally affects both eyes along the edges of the eyelids. However, in some rare cases, the condition may affect only one eye, but...
