General Surgery Coding Alert

Practice Management:

Query Providers This Way to Improve Documentation

Focus on guidelines for complete records. You know that clinical documentation is key to accurate coding and reimbursement, but did you know that it also supports clinical outcomes, protects in malpractice cases, and helps with patients’ understanding of their medical story? Don’t let poor recordkeeping mangle your patients’ outcomes or your surgery practice’s earned reimbursement. Use these helpful guidelines for [...]
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