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SHow are you coding a mammographic guided breast biopsy. Are you using CPT 19499? Payor denied saying CPT 19081 is the correct code but this is with stereotactic guidance. Thank you PROCEDURE: The procedure with its risks of bleeding...
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Llaylaykali replied to the thread 26440.I'm not saying that this note in particular I was told is wrong, just apparently for a lot of Ortho codes for hand procedures that I've coded with F modifiers the insurance is denying because they want LT/RT and so now I'm second guessing myself...
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Rrachelb117 replied to the thread Wiki Reporting NDC when multiple SDV vials are used on the patient.LOL, yes that is me!
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Rrachelb117 reacted to tkermode's post in the thread Wiki Reporting NDC when multiple SDV vials are used on the patient with
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I don't know what EMR you use, but we use Epic and it allows multiple NDCs per line. Previously, we were told one line per NDC but when we do that it gets denied, so we nest the NDCs. EDIT: Wait, Rachel is that you? O.O -
NNRaizman replied to the thread Question Elbow surgery codes.You can code for ORIF and cubital tunnel release. 29838 is the only other code you can code. I'd consider a -22 modifier, BUT the operative note is so weak and crappy it does not justify a -22 modifier. Your surgeon is leaving money on the table...
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CCmama12 replied to the thread Wiki Resident delivers baby.Hi, yes we have many residents. You can definitely bill whatever the appropriate code is with a GC modifier. There must be statement (as you noted) that the TP was present for the procedure and signed by TP.
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NNRaizman replied to the thread Wiki Bone Marrow aspirate.This is a common tactic by F&A orthos who use a ton of BMAC. If you document that you extracted "spicules of bone" along with your aspirate, it qualifies for a bone graft code typically and does not get kicked out. That strategy still works for...
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NNRaizman replied to the thread Question Revision LRTI.1: This is a -shamefully poor- operative note. Someone, hopefully you, should tell your surgeon that he or she is documenting the work -so- poorly that it is leaving money on the table. 2: What your surgeon fails to document is opening up the...
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SThe provider performing the supervision can be virtual. The MD doesn't have to be in the office if the APP is providing the virtual supervision for the RN. My comments about scope have to do with the service being provided under virtual...
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SShare the text of the new direct supervision rule with your administrator. Effective Jan. 1, virtual DS it is an option for all services that do not have a global surgery indicator of 010 or 090...
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OOrthocoderpgu replied to the thread 26440.Who is telling you that you are doing it wrong? I have not read the note but F modifiers would be preferred in this situation rather than -RT.
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Ccdr4life replied to the thread Remote Part-Time / PRN Cardiology Procedure Coder (Interventional Cardiology).Hello, i just tried to apply, but Microsoft told me the email address isn't good. is there another email address i can try? thanks!
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Ccdr4life posted the thread Seeking part time/prn/per diem/freelance coding opportunities - remote only! in Job Postings.Hello, attached is my resume - i reside in Arizona and only seeking part time/prn/per diem/freelance coding opportunities that are remote only!! i have my CPC as of November 2013 and it's current and active. thanks, Stephanie
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CHello! My name is Stephanie Garrison, i reside in Mesa, AZ and have my CPC as of November 2013! I currently have a full time remote job, and i'm just looking for something that's part time, free lance, per diem, PRN coding, billing, auditing...