CMS' recently implemented October OPPS update brings with it a slew of new, revised, and deleted CPT and HCPCS Level II codes with effective dates ranging from April 18 to October 1. Among the additions are codes for vaccines, vaccine administration, skin substitutes, renal histotripsy, and breast imaging.
Coding staff and treating providers can increase E/M code reporting accuracy to ensure their claims hit the mark by reviewing these six Q&As. The material, created by Julia Kyles, CPC , covers medical decision making and time-based coding.
Wound care procedure reporting requires coders to follow many specific policies and procedures. This article reviews common wound care techniques of dressing changes, casting, negative pressure wound therapy, and the necessary documentation to report them in CPT. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
Craniosynostosis, a congenital premature fusion of cranial sutures in infants, poses a complex challenge to the child’s appearance and health. Debbie Jones, CPC, CCA , explains the condition, as well as how to report its many types in ICD-10-CM and associated surgical correction procedures in CPT.
Critical care coding can challenge both new and seasoned coders. Jessica Miller-Dobbs, CPC, CPC-P, CGIC, offers tips and clarification on reporting critical care services in CPT, as well as sample provider documentation for these services.
Review common wound care techniques of dressing changes, casting, negative pressure wound therapy, and the necessary documentation to report them in CPT.
AMA published the 2024 CPT code set with 349 total editorial changes, including 230 additions, 49 deletions, and 70 revisions. The press release announced revisions for immunization/administration sections, E/M clarification, and new Spanish procedure descriptions.
The 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule received more than 17,000 stakeholder comments. Julie Kyles, CPC , highlights some of the major concerns that commenters expressed, such as requests for more telehealth policy flexibility and community health integration services.
Critical care coding can challenge both new and seasoned coders. Jessica Miller-Dobbs, CPC, CPC-P, CGIC , offers tips and clarification on reporting critical care services in CPT, as well as sample provider documentation for these services.
The U.S. has experienced extreme weather events in recent years, including cataclysmic hurricanes and tornadoes. Terry Tropin, MSHAI, RHIA, CCS-P , explains how coders should use and sequence external cause codes in ICD-10-CM for injuries caused by these storms. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
The 2024 ICD-10-CM update brings almost 400 code changes, including new codes for sickle-cell retinopathy and orbital muscle entrapment. This article delves into the causes, symptoms, and reporting methods for these two ocular conditions. Note : To access this free article, make sure you first register here if you do not have a paid subscription.
CMS updated its E/M Services Guide in August, reflecting changes for E/M services that went into effect January 1. The guide includes plain-language explanations of policy changes, but some do not align perfectly with AMA guidance.
Providers and coders alike can find NCCI policies challenging to apply. Denise Williams, COC, CHRI , explains the basics of NCCI by defining the initiative, edits, modifiers, and clinical procedure examples.
CMS recently proposed to pay for certain currently bundled caregiver training service CPT codes and three new CPT codes that, if finalized, will be established January 1. Review the criteria of defining a caregiver and which caregiver training services apply.
Coders should take note of hundreds of updates to the tabular addenda that serves as an instruction guide to the 2024 ICD-10-CM code set. Both take effect October 1.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving treatment used when the heart or lungs cease to function. Whether CPR is conducted alone or with other services, Nancy Reading, RN, CPC, CPC-P , covers the various ways that CPR can be reported and how to do so.
Providers and coders alike can find NCCI policies challenging to follow and apply. Denise Williams, COC, CHRI , explains the basics of NCCI by defining the initiative, edits, modifiers, and clinical procedure examples.
