Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects multiple organ systems and can present with a wide range of symptoms. For healthcare providers and medical coders, correctly reporting SLE using the appropriate ICD-10 codes is essential...
Peptic ulcers are painful open sores that form on the inner lining of the stomach or the upper part of the small intestine. They develop when digestive acids erode the protective lining, creating wounds that can cause discomfort and, in some cases, bleeding. Accurate...
Understanding anesthesia modifiers and HCPCS Level II modifiers is essential for accurate medical billing and coding. These two-digit codes provide critical information to payers about the circumstances under which a procedure or service was performed. Proper use of...
The provision of longitudinal care is the crux of family medicine and represents the ongoing relationship between patients and their physician. Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) add-on code G2211 recognizes the value of office and outpatient evaluation...
Temporomandibular Joint disorder (TMJD) is a condition that causes pain and tenderness in your jaw joints and surrounding muscles and ligaments. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, as many as 10 million Americans suffer from TMJ...
