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Is there a specific guideline that instructs us to use a bilateral diagnosis code of H25.813 instead of using the diagnosis codes H25.811 and H25.812? I know there is a guideline for glaucoma coding ... [ Read More ]
I would like to know how to code an EVLT post followup and vein Ultrasound is performed during followup in an office setting? Doctor is ordering and reviewing U/S post EVLT........DX is I87.0 and I83.... [ Read More ]
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Has anyone had any feedback from their physicians regarding the new Medicare LCD put out for colonoscopies? The LCD does not have Iron De as a covered ... [ Read More ]
I'm taking a stab here but Varicose veins with pain and edema would be reported with I83.813 and I83.893. You wouldn't also code the edema becasue the I83.893 includes edema. I believe that's the co... [ Read More ]
I have been seeing a lot of denials lately from Humana and BCBS stating "missing/incomplete/invalid other diagnosis". The codes that we are using are I83.813 Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremit... [ Read More ]
Seeking either volunteer/part-time position in/around Tallahassee, FL for experience or a full-time remote position. As soon as CRC study materials are released this month, will be studying for and... [ Read More ]
Since you are asking in the Risk Adjustment area, I'll answer according to that. : )
Under the 'with' guidelines for Diabetes, you would always code the combination code for DM w/ cataracts when the... [ Read More ]
There is an Excludes2 note for [I]diabetes mellitus related eye conditions[/I] in Chapter 7 which includes the cataract codes. Per the guidelines, this '[I]indicates that the condition excluded is no... [ Read More ]
I saw this on LinkedIn and wanted to share. I have been seeing a lot of this. Hope it is helpful for someone. Stay safe and well all!
"Due to the coronavirus, hospitals across the country are in ser... [ Read More ]
Good morning everyone. I need your help.
Medicare does not accept S3000. The patient's dx is Z13.5, E11.9, H25.13 and H43.813.
Would you be able to guide me to a different code that would be accepted... [ Read More ]
Targeted Probe and Educate materials offer insight into what these payers are looking for. A letter from your Medicare Administrative Contractor MAC notifying you that your provider has been selected ... [ Read More ]
Know your patients right of access to their medical records. The patient is at the center of the 21st Century Cures Act. Putting patients in charge of their health records is at the center of the Depa... [ Read More ]
EM gastro and lab coders take note. The American Medical Association AMA announced some lastminute corrections to the CPT code set effective Jan. 1 2023. Add these to your code book along with the pre... [ Read More ]
Teaching providers how to improve their documentation should be informative not influential. Educating providers is a necessary part of the job for every coder auditor and clinical documentation impro... [ Read More ]
With understanding comes passion for this obgyn niche. Obstetrics and gynecology obgyn coding is one of those specialties you either love or just dont get. Or maybe you love it but just dont get it. P... [ Read More ]