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Coding Guide for CPT code 25447 & 25448
Basic of CPT code 25447 & 25448 In 2025, we have a new CPT code in Musculoskeletal System in Surgery. New CPT code 25448 is used for intercarpal or carpometacarpal…
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A Comprehensive Overview of Debridement Procedures and Coding
Debridement is the surgical removal of foreign material and necrotic or infected tissue from or near a traumatic or infected wound, exposing surrounding healthy tissue to promote healing. The instruments…
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Pediatric Psychotherapy Coding: Guidelines for Accurate Selection
Basics of CPT code 90832-90838 & CPT code 90846-90847 Selecting the appropriate code for pediatric psychotherapy requires consideration of both the duration of the session and the participants involved. Coding…
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CPT Code 98004-98007: Pro Tips for Precise Coding
Basics of CPT Code 98004, 98005, 98006, 98007 Since we are having new CPT codes for Established patient for Synchronous audio-video visit in 2025, we should be knowing the coding…
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CPT Code 98000-98003: Expert Coding Tips You Need to Know!
Basics of CPT Code 98000, 98001, 98002, 98003 We have entered into 2025 and we have many new CPT codes to use in this year. Synchronous audio-video visit codes are…
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2025 CPT Codes for Telemedicine: Guide to Audio-Only & Audio-Video Services
The 2025 CPT code set introduces new codes for synchronous audio-only and audio-video visits between patients and physicians or other qualified healthcare professionals (QHPs). These telemedicine services, which involve real-time…
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Addressing Challenges in Office/Outpatient E/M Coding: Key Insights
Introduction: The major revisions to the coding guidelines for office/other outpatient evaluation and management (E/M) visits (CPT codes 99202-99205 and 99211-99215) were implemented nearly four years ago. While these updates…
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AWV vs. E/M Visits: Should You Combine or Separate Them?
When deciding whether to perform an Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) in conjunction with an Evaluation and Management (E/M) office visit or as two separate appointments, healthcare providers need to weigh…
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Time-Based Coding for Office and Outpatient Visits
When coding office or outpatient visits based on time, it is essential to consider the total minutes a physician or qualified healthcare professional spends on various activities, including time spent…
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Mastering the 2025 Telemedicine Codes: Key Insights and Best Practices for Real-Time Encounters
Basics of 2025 Telemedicine Codes The 2025 CPT manual introduces 16 new telemedicine codes designed for real-time encounters, which are divided into those conducted via synchronous audio-video connection and audio-only…