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You could use it as a reference, but in my opinion you cannot report the diagnosis code directly from the H&P only. The (outpatient) operative report must contain the diagnosis and that is what must b... [ Read More ]
I'm having trouble finding information on how to get a physician to do an H&P update for an inpatient planned admit with scheduled operation. For instance, a patient is admitted on 1/12 but the full ... [ Read More ]
Hi - If you search "modifier 27" (with the quote marks around it) in the ED forum, you will find some results. Hopefully one of those will have a solid resource or some insights for you! Best of luck.... [ Read More ]
It's in the CMS State Operations Manual, Appendix A, Survey, Protocol, Regulations and Interpretive Guidelines for Hospitals, which can be found [URL='https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guid... [ Read More ]
In the 2019 OPPS/ASC final rule, it appears CMS published a comment from someone who states they are aware of the planned creation of CPT codes for radiofrequency ablation of genicular nerves and SI ... [ Read More ]
I am not an expert on ED billing rules, but per my reading of the Medicare regulations, this would not meet the definition of a Medicare covered service. Per the Medicare Benefit Policy Manual, in or... [ Read More ]
Below is from the CMS State Operations Manual, that states all entries in the medical record must be signed, dated, and timed:
"All entries in the medical record must be dated, timed, and authenticat... [ Read More ]
Beaverton/Tigard Chapter Meeting
Tuesday, August 11, 2015
6:30pm-8:00pm
Everest College/Institute
Meeting started at 6:30pm
[B]Welcome/Introductions[/B] President - Lisa Stephens, CPC
Lisa started t... [ Read More ]
[SIZE=3][FONT=Century Gothic]Siva Mahalingam, president of CubeInfoSolutions is looking for candidates to
fill several open positions including Front Desk, PAs, and NPs.
Contact him at: [INDENT]Siv... [ Read More ]
An unprecedented relaxation in regulatory guidelines will give U.S. hospitals and nontraditional care sites a fighting chance to meet the high demand of COVID19 hospitalizations expected in the coming... [ Read More ]
Recent government publications support telemedicine but policy changes are needed to ensure its sustainability. By Emily H. Wein Esq. The healthcare industry generally regards telemedicine as benefici... [ Read More ]
Facility Stand up to scrutiny by ensuring key components are included in patient documentation. By Heather Greene MBA RHIA CPC CPMA The Centers for Medicare 38 Medicaid Services CMS will conduct prepa... [ Read More ]