Medical coding

A patient is documented as having hypertension, end-stage renal disease, and diastolic congestive heart failure. The patient receives dialysis. How is this coded? A. I13.2, N18.6, I50.30, Z99.2 B. I13.2,…

Which ICD-10-CM code would you use to document trichiasis of the upper right eyelid without entropion? A. H02.051 B. H02.052 C. H02.054 D. H02.055 2. A 10-year-old patient presents with…

The American Medical Association (AMA) released its quarterly update to the CPT Proprietary Laboratory Analyses (PLA) codes within the Pathology and Laboratory section on October 1st. These crucial modifications, though…

The Fundamentals: CPT Codes vs. CMS Regulations CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) Codes are the foundation of our billing language. Developed and maintained by the AMA (American Medical Association), these proprietary…

Introduction on FY 2026 ICD-10-PCS Updates This document details recent modifications to the procedural codes, primarily affecting the cardiovascular system, musculoskeletal system (specifically joints and bones), and nervous system. These…

Each year, the American Medical Association (AMA) updates CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes to reflect changes in technology, care delivery, and policy. These updates aren’t just administrative—they directly impact how…

CPT 2026 Update: New Audiology Coding for Hearing Aid Services The American Medical Association (AMA) has issued CPT 2026, introducing a major revision to coding for professional hearing aid and…

Dealing with bundling denials is a common challenge in healthcare revenue cycle management, but they're absolutely preventable. As a medical coder, understanding these denials and how to avoid them is…

CMS Updates for Medicare Preventive Services The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has recently updated its Medicare Preventive Services educational tool, providing crucial billing and coding guidance for…

As you know, it's one of the most common reasons patients visit a doctor. From tiny skin tags to suspicious-looking moles, dermatologists and other practitioners are constantly performing minor in-office…