Kyphosis refers to a condition in which the spine in the upper back has an excessive curvature. Also known as round back or hunchback, this spinal disorder can occur in any age, but is most common in adolescence or young adulthood. Having a small curve in the upper...
Soft-tissue injuries (STI) are one of the most common injuries that happen due to sport and exercise activities. Sometimes simple everyday activities can also cause these injuries. The most common soft tissues injured are the muscles, tendons, and ligaments that...
On November 2, 2017, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the final rule that includes updates to payment policies, payment rates, and quality provisions for services furnished under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) on or after...
CPT codes are updated and republished on an annual basis by the American Medical Association (AMA). Expert AAPC-certified coders in established medical coding companies keep track of these changes and report them correctly, enabling the orthopedic practices they serve...
Increasing revenues for non-Medicare patients for Spinal practices or for medical billing outsourcing companies dealing with medical billing for spinal surgeons is always important. While spinal practices are well aware that Medicare eliminated consultation codes...
