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From anatomy to math, coding lesion excisions requires you to be a quick study. Coding surgical excisions of the skin requires the medical coder to have basic knowledge of skin anatomy, the different types of lesions, and the various approaches surgeo...
By Norma Panther
In Billing
Oct 1st, 2021
Comments Off on Watch for Regulations Affecting Reimbursement
Improve claims payment rates by knowing what dictates coding and billing policies. I was presenting at a local chapter meeting when a medical coding student asked a question about the topic I was covering. “I don’t mean to be dense, but why do we do ...
Proper claims payment is certain when you map out the best route. Coding coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery is far easier when you understand why the procedure is medically necessary. Just pretend you’re going on a road trip: You have a car (...
By Norma Panther
In Billing
Oct 1st, 2020
Comments Off on Sequence ICD-10-CM Codes for Proper Payment
How to sequence ICD-10-CM codes to determine proper payment...
In a compliance investigation, trained professionals perform audits, collect forensic evidence, and conduct interviews, with the intention of turning their findings over to local or federal authorities...
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