July 2026 Articles

Jul 02, 2026
Oncology/Hematology Coding:
Look to Medicare Guidance for Breast Reduction Reimbursement
Question: One of our patients needs breast reduction to ensure breast symmetry following b... Read more
Jul 02, 2026
Optometry/Ophthalmology Coding:
Don’t Forget a Cause Code for Burn Injuries
Question: I have a report for an encounter with a 12-year-old patient. The patient was mak... Read more
Jul 02, 2026
General Coding:
Bill 96372 for Injection With Medication Supplied From Elsewhere
Question: Our office administers patient-supplied intramuscular medications. Can we report... Read more
Jul 01, 2026
ICD-10-CM Coding:
Drug Toxicity Coding: Know When It’s an Adverse Effect, Poisoning, or Toxic Effect
Poisoning symptoms and adverse effects from proper use may look similar, but they require ... Read more
Jul 01, 2026
Practice Management:
Revenue Cycle: Don’t Let Deductibles Drain Your Early-Year Cash Flow
Verify benefits, educate patients, and wait for the payer adjudication when the deductible... Read more
Jul 01, 2026
E/M Coding:
Look at All Elements of MDM, Not Just Symptoms
Question: An established patient presents with two days of sore throat, congestion, cough,... Read more
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