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Can someone please help me code this complex case? I am struggling. Thanks so much!
INDICATIONS
Patient was referred for LE angiography to assess the coronary anatomy . Indications for the procedure ... [ Read More ]
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Thank you for the feedback on the CPC exam note.
Getting two 68% scores and just missing the 70% passing score
was discouraging. Runn... [ Read More ]
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If a patient presents for an assessment (sometime this includes stat labs) for an issue and my provider completes the assessment then determines that ... [ Read More ]
I am not sure how to report or if I should report for 3mL of 0.9% normal saline mixed with a medication during a procedure. I cannot locate a HCPCS code specific to this. Can someone tell me what code... [ Read More ]
Indications
SVT (supraventricular tachycardia) (CMS-HCC) [I47.1 (ICD-10-CM)]
Conclusion
Electrophysiologic Study and RFA Procedure Report
Transseptal Access Performed Under Direct Supervision o... [ Read More ]
When I entered the operating room the patient was in the supine position. A laparotomy incision had been made previously by the Surgeon He proceeded to show me the left ureter and a defect at the do... [ Read More ]
Message from Kathy Fike - I have an ask for Hagerstown Community College resources. If anyone is looking to get rid of their 2020 code books, we could use a full set of all four books icd cm and pcs... [ Read More ]
I had an instance recently where the patient was sent from Urgent Care to the ER department because of dangerously high BP - 240/200. The NP felt that the condition could be better managed in the ER w... [ Read More ]
A couple of hours ago I read a question on getting a PSA test paid for a mtf patient by Medicare, and now, no matter what I search I cannot find it. So if you're still looking for an answer, here it ... [ Read More ]
My provider performed an A-fib/PVI ablation (93656) along with CAFE and Roof line (93657 x2), ablation of a distinct arrhythmia mechanism (a-flutter 93655) and also ablation of AVRNT during the same o... [ Read More ]
New codes may help providers get paid for emerging services and supplies. The Centers for Medicare 38 Medicaid Services CMS has posted the HCPCS Level II code set update for fourth quarter 2023 on its... [ Read More ]
Know the rules for CLIA waived tests to ensure proper claims payment. Modifier QW indicates a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment CLIA waived test performed by a lab with a CLIA certificate. App... [ Read More ]
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