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Comprehensive, age-appropriate HPI & Exam support 99396 for preventive reevaluation & management of 1 established chronic problem. OMM of 1 body area is performed supporting code 98925. Questionable use of dx code Z12.4. Consider Z01.419 or Z00.00. Unsupported 99213, documentation does not support a separately identifiable E/M illness code. Possible use of code Q0091 for…
DetailsMany updates regarding a variety of different healthcare topics have been made by the Center for Disease Control in an attempt to acknowledge missing links within the previous ICD-10-CM codes. These code changes were implemented to help specify past uncertainties regarding a range of conditions. Read below to learn more about each new code that…
DetailsNew research shows the findings of how many times Chronic Care Management codes are used within different service environments. CCM codes have been on the rise recently, but denial rates have gone up as well. Read below to find out more. Chronic Care Management (CCM) code usage has been on the rise recently. CCM codes…
DetailsWith a true national spirit of courage, integrity, sacrifice, liberty, and independence, we wish you a Happy Independence Day! Joining hand in hand, we celebrate our liberty and thank those in service to the United States. While spending time with loved ones this weekend, please remember that COVID-19 is still spreading, so social distancing should…
DetailsHow do we determine if a medical patient is new or established? The decision is ultimately made based on the professional service they were given during their visit. Read more to learn how to recognize the differences between a new patient and an established patient when COVID-19 testing. In the June 29, 2020 edition of…
DetailsCMS is focusing on cutting red tape for healthcare providers, leading to an extreme reduction in unnecessary work hours and a huge amount of savings for businesses in the medical field. Read below for more details on the benefits that resulted from the red tape reduction. Regulatory reductions are expected to save providers $6.6 billion…
DetailsAs many of us in the healthcare industry have stayed particularly busy throughout the past few months, it’s important to remember the need for time-off. Even though current situations have many of us canceling or changing vacation plans, one aspect of time-off is always the stress involved with being away. Read below for more on…
DetailsThe COVID-19 pandemic has posed many challenges around the globe, but one major setback this virus has created is the lack of finances within physician practices. In order to combat this issue and keep healthcare resources at it’s finest, below are some strategies that can be used to save your funds. The COVID-19 crisis has…
DetailsThis 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…
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