It is a word that brings dread to most people, AUDIT. The stress of an audit is real and can be felt just by walking into the room. So what can be done to help prevent all the drama? The short answer, like most things, is to be prepared. Get a plan in place and…
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at RT Welter. We want to thank our partners and clients for their continuous support and business throughout the year. We are so grateful to you. We wish you a safe holiday with your loved ones. Overeating (R63.2) is defined in medical terms as “to eat to excess, especially…
Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP’s) have been a hot topic for several years. Among several new codes set to be implemented January 1st are new HCPCS codes specifically for OTP’s. Here are two sequences to be aware of: GYYY1-GYYY3 (office-based treatment) GXXX1-GXX19 (medication-assisted treatment) These new codes will reimburse with bundled payments for the treatment of…
Although the exact reason for denial was not given for this encounter we know this is considered investigational. Most insurances will not pay, it would have to be unlisted-23929. Click below for more information! As a general rule, benefits are payable under Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama health plans only in cases of…
RT Welter is providing new information regarding E/M changes in 2020. Read the updates below on what is coming next year for coding, along with changes to PCM and CCM. What’s New for 2020 The CY 2020 PFS conversion factor will increase to $36.0896, up to $0.05 from CY 2019. Three new Telehealth Service codes…
Reactive Hypoglycemia (ICD-10 code E16.1) or a sugar crash can do more than just make you tired. It can lead to feeling of hunger, irritability, anxiousness, headaches or even difficulty concentrating. With Halloween just around the corner, it seems there is a candy dish stocked full of treats everywhere you turn. It’s not just about…
In this code spotlight, RT Welter is providing new information regarding ICM Coding. Read below to find out more information on Insertable Cardiac Monitor codes! One of the hardest parts of coding is the revolving door of code changes. 2019 saw a change to Insertable Cardiac Monitors or ICM. Codes 33282 and 33284 were deleted…
Do you have a complicated surgery case that needs help with coding? RT Welter would love to help! Please upload the operative note by clicking on the link below. Remember to remove ALL patient protected health information and organization identifiers. RT Welter will not use any medical records submitted in which PHI is not removed and…
Health Care is a revolving door of changes and unlike most professions, some of our biggest changes happen on a yearly basis. The plus side to this is that we can anticipate most these changes and start preparing for them. How can you make the most out of these changes and make sure you’re ready…
It’s hard to believe that we are already in the last full week of September which means another holiday season is upon us. With all the upcoming social events, personal and professional, it is a perfect time for you to start thinking about making some new connections. Personally, the thought of networking sparks both fear…