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The reports below describe a patient undergoing a tracheostomy operation and a bronchoscopy operation. Both procedures have been documented in detail, describing the step-by-step process used by doctors to carry out each surgery. Keep reading for more on how each procedure was performed. Do you have a complicated surgery case that needs help with coding?…
DetailsThe pandemic may have negatively impacted many things, but the health industry may emerge stronger in 2021 because of Covid-19 impacts. Virtual care, clinical trials, and digital relationships between patients and physicians are a few of many areas that executives should focus on. Continue reading below to learn more about how healthcare might change or…
Details2021 has brought on new CPT changes and they’re not just in E/M. We’ve compiled a list of 30 FAQ’s so that you can start your 2021 E/M office and other outpatient visit reporting off right. Continue reading below for the top 5 FAQ’s or click here for the complete list! By Ginger Avery, CPC,…
DetailsFrom our RT Welter family to yours, we hope you all have a merry holiday season and a safe, healthy, and happy New Year! We are grateful for the support and appreciation for the work that we do and are excited to continue in 2021! In observance of the holidays, RT Welter will be closing…
DetailsCMS updated payment information for Covid-19 treatments. This new update includes the reimbursement of monoclonal antibody treatments authorized by the FDA. Continue reading below to learn more. Monoclonal antibody products are paid under the Medicare Part B COVID-19 vaccine benefit and therefore are not eligible for a New COVID-19 Treatments Add-on Payment. CMS released new…
DetailsThe report below describes a patient undergoing a right inguinal hernia operation. The entire procedure has been documented in detail, describing the step by step process used by doctors to carry out the surgery. Keep reading for more on how this procedure was performed. Do you have a complicated surgery case that needs help with…
DetailsMedicare released a physician fee schedule on December 1st that is set to take effect on January 1st, 2020. The release of the Final Rule delivers a 10.2% drop in the Conversion Factor. Most other E/M revisions remain on track with the AMA. Continue reading below to learn more. by: Ginger Avery, CPC, CPMA, CRC…
DetailsOn December 1st there was an announcement made regarding Medicare Telehealth services. The Trump Administration finalized the permanent expansion of Medicare Telehealth services and improved payment for the time doctors spend with patients. Continue reading below to learn more. On December 1st, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the annual Physician Fee…
DetailsMedicare payment for COVID-19 vaccines is underway and CMS is currently working to make sure the vaccine is available to all Medicare beneficiaries. Continue reading below to learn more. Q: How much will Medicare pay for FDA-approved or emergency use authorized COVID-19 vaccines? A: CMS will pay $28.39 to administer a single dose vaccine. For…
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