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In the Code Spotlight, RT Welter & Associates aims to profile and discuss practice applications of the code, as well as pertinent guideline reminders. Allograft Coding 2019 saw several changes to CPT, three codes that were added to the Surgery code set are for Allografting. Codes 20932, 20933 and 20934 all include templating, cutting placement and…
DetailsIncorrect or incomplete coding information can prove to be expensive to medical practices. This is most often the case when additional procedures are performed with the main treatment. The codes for the additional procedures may not be entered, resulting in partial reimbursement for services. Read below for more information on the six steps to getting…
DetailsDo you have a complicated surgery case need 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…
DetailsHealthcare costs have been an increasingly popular conversation among doctors, patients, insurance companies and even the government. Colorado Governor, Jared Polis is getting involved and proposing the potential of reducing healthcare costs in Colorado. Read the article below from KOAA News5 of his new plan. DENVER – Gov. Jared Polis and Lt. Gov. Dianne Primavera…
DetailsRecently the Office of Inspector General’s (OIG) website has posted cases of recent penalties that practices and providers have been charged due to incorrect billing of Incident-To. Are you at risk? The numbers are stomach turning and something that every practice should be aware of. We aren’t just talking about the huge hit in penalties,…
DetailsRT Welter and Associates acknowledges the contributions of physicians to the overall health and well being of our communities. We would like to wish all physicians and specialists a very Happy Doctor’s Day, 2019. We value your service and dedication. March 30th marks the annual observation of National Doctors Day. This day was established to…
DetailsBeing productive in the workplace often means finding a balance between all the tasks we have to accomplish. However, this does not necessarily mean getting things done quickly or working longer hours. You can optimize the time you spend at work by following simple steps like focusing on one task at a time rather than…
DetailsWith nearly a 10% expected growth rate throughout the medical coding market, there will be a high demand for medical coders within the industry. Coding related jobs are expanding among the business side of healthcare. Are you prepared? Contact RT Welter today to learn more about our coding and documentation services or our recruitment assistance…
DetailsJust another piece in the telehealth puzzle, Remote Patient Monitoring, or RPM, is adding to the patient/provider relationship. New CPT codes 99453, 99454, and 99457 allow for reimbursement of services providers can utilize to manage and coordinate care at home. Best yet, code 99457 can be reported by clinical staff such as RN’s and medical…
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