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As if the coronavirus pandemic wasnt bad enough as it is fraudsters in the healthcare industry are manipulating it to further their wealth. The ongoing public health crisis has spawned a rash of fraud... [ Read More ]
Update your understanding of how to code telehealth services now and in the future.The post Telemedicine Takes Healthcare Into the 21st Century appeared first on AAPC Knowledge Center.... [ Read More ]
Recognize the stages signs and symptoms of Alzheimers disease to properly code the progression and to ensure these patients receive proper care every step of the way.The post Is It Alzheimers or Demen... [ Read More ]
Part 1 Know the limitations of EMRs and the importance of quality data collection. Patients with gender conflict have stereotyping and depression to overcome dont let staff and billing be another obst... [ Read More ]
Does anyone know where I can find clinical examples using the new 2021 E/M Guidelines? The new CPT book does not include examples for Office or Other Outpatient Services in Appendix C. We have a provi... [ Read More ]
Does anyone know why different payors use different edit programs? What is the difference between NCCI Edits and McKesson edits? Sometimes, we get denials from payors even there is no edit between c... [ Read More ]
It seems easier to add the modifier 25/bill a visit together with a minor procedure now that there are no specific requirements for history and exam. For example, if a patient had fungal toenails deb... [ Read More ]
The following example was used in training our providers on the new 2021 E/M guidelines. The final code was a 99212. Using the new 2021 MDM table and AMA definitions, credit was given for:
Number and... [ Read More ]
So all my procedures and pregnancy tests are being rejected by my clearing house :
Using 50 modifier: 64494 Acknowledgement/Rejected for Invalid Information-The claim/encounter has invalid informatio... [ Read More ]
Hi I'm going to take my CANPC exam in couple of week any suggestion will help. Which book should I buy ASA crosswalk or RVG book?
Thanks!... [ Read More ]
I know that stimulations cannot be billed on same DOS as E&M codes, unless of course separate and significant, however I'm not finding a clear answer regarding billing IMRT planning 77301 on same ... [ Read More ]
Does anyone know how soon after submitting payment online I should received access to the ICD-10 Ebooks I purchased? I assumed I would receive access immediately upon payment but have received no dire... [ Read More ]
What ED Facility Level are you using for a patient who:
* drives up to ED, stays in car
* nurse does triage
* then nurse does a Covid swab
* Dr comes out to talk to patient for a few minutes
* patien... [ Read More ]
Does anyone know where I may find a quick guide or table showing the new E/M changes so that I may train my staff and give it to them as reference? So that when it comes time for them to code an offic... [ Read More ]