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This week’s coding conundrum is regarding the Modifier -25. Not all insurers will pay you for separate E/M services even if you code in compliance with CPT rules, but this code can help you get reimbursed for the extra work you do at certain visits. Read below to find out more and contact us today…
DetailsRecently, CMS has released a new set of guidelines and considerations to encourage healthcare practices and organizations to resume in-person care. Below are 8 things to know in regards to reopening healthcare facilities. Read the article below to find out more! CMS is encouraging healthcare organizations to reopen facilities for non-emergency care and released a…
DetailsChanges in E&M coding are important to go over including information regarding prescription drugs. This week’s coding conundrum goes over the parts of the table of risk and medical decision making. Read below to find out more! As 2021 approaches and we think about the changes to evaluation & management (E&M) coding it’s more important…
DetailsThe RT Welter team is closely monitoring the payer updates for telehealth as they continue to unfold. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any coding or billing issues. Below is updated information regarding COVID-19 Telehealth and billing updates. Click here to download the PDF. Payer Updates & Resources: COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Payer…
DetailsSummer is here and many people are spending more time outside, swimming and taking vacations. It is very important to wear your sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun. Read below for more information from the American Academy of Dermatology about the importance of sunscreen! With the “Official start of summer” (a.k.a Memorial Day) officially…
DetailsThe number of people using telehealth has grown tremendously since the COVID-19 outbreak. Many patients are equally satisfied with virtual encounters rather than their in-person visits to the doctor. Read the article below for more on the survey given to patients regarding telemedicine and what they preferred about their virtual visit. The advent of COVID-19…
DetailsThis week’s code spotlight highlights the social determinants of health codes that deal with many factors including prescribed medications or a patient’s BMI. Read below for more information on some of the benefits of including social determinants of health in reporting. As the health care industry sees an increase of risk adjustment coding, the importance…
DetailsThe House approved the Heroes Act in a 208-199 vote. The Heroes Act is a critical $3 trillion-dollar rescue for front line workers, cities, states, and small businesses. Read the article below to learn more about the Heroes Act. The U.S. House late Friday approved a massive, $3 trillion coronavirus spending package that would, among…
DetailsHave you started preparing for the new 2021 E/M changes? It is never too early as much of healthcare is already changing. Read below for more information on what has prompted the changes in the healthcare system. With all that 2020 has already brought to the table and the changes it has prompted in the…
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